HI SB1266

Establishes an inter-division program within the Department of Land and Natural Resources to address location, movement, relocation, and restoration of Hawaiian burial sites (ʻiwi) exposed or threatened by coastal erosion from climate change.

Requires the State Historic Preservation Division to collaborate with the Land Division, Office of Conservation and Coastal Lands, island burial councils, Office of Hawaiian Affairs, and Aha Moku in program development.

Program shall examine fiscal impacts of relocating ʻiwi inland, move and relocate ʻiwi with approval from recognized lineal or cultural descendants, and provide technical assistance to affected communities.

Office of Hawaiian Affairs covers costs for moving and relocating ʻiwi; Department of Land and Natural Resources covers costs for non-Hawaiian human remains using appropriated funds.

Requires State Historic Preservation Division to submit report with findings and recommendations to the Legislature no later than twenty days before the 2027 regular session; effective July 1, 2050.