HI HB1342

Establishes a pilot program for Hawaiian traditional and customary gathering practices at Makua beach on Oahu and on Hawaii island.

Designates specific areas where persons may plant and harvest coconut trees in coconut groves according to Hawaiian traditional and customary practices without requiring special permits.

Requires the department of land and natural resources to cordon designated areas with signs and restrict coconut tree removal to persons engaging in traditional and customary gathering practices only.

Requires persons participating in gathering activities to indemnify the State from injury claims arising from their participation.

Directs the department to submit a report to the legislature by twenty days prior to the 2020 regular session with findings, recommendations, and draft legislation on the program's feasibility for expansion to all public parks statewide.