HI HB1658

Exempts easements granted between the Department of Land and Natural Resources and Department of Agriculture from formal county subdivision process and approval requirements when transferring public lands.

Authorizes the Department of Agriculture to request information from the Department of Land and Natural Resources regarding necessary and reasonable easements before accepting land transfers.

Requires the Department of Agriculture to accept transfers of qualifying non-agricultural park lands and to inquire about easements needed for access to landlocked forest reserves before offering leases.

Mandates lessees to develop a conservation program and plan if conservation resources exist on transferred lands, including compliance with soil and water conservation district rules.

Requires approval from both the Board of Land and Natural Resources and Board of Agriculture before removing pasture lands for reforestation or other public purposes, with at least one year notice to current lessees.