#water rights maui

Senate Passes HB2501, Opponents Seek Veto

Today the Hawaiʻi Senate passed House Bill 2501, a bill that allows Alexander & Baldwin to continue previously authorized water diversions for three years or until its pending application for water rights is resolved, whichever comes first.

Conferees OK Inclusion of A&B in Maui Water Rights Bill

Latest draft would sunset House Bill 2501 in three years. The amended measure now goes to both houses of the Legislature for a final vote.

Sierra Club: Bill Seeks to “Legitimize the Historic Theft” of Water

The Sierra Club of Hawaiʻi is speaking out against a bill that would allow “hold-over” permits for applicants seeking to renew their water rights lease.