HRS §341-1
Why Hawaii has this environmental law
This section explains that Hawaii's environment is as important as its economy. The state wants to find a good balance between development and protecting nature. The law's goal is to encourage and coordinate efforts to keep the environment in the best possible condition.
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The statute, as written — Findings and purpose
The legislature finds that the quality of the environment is as important to the welfare of the people of Hawaii as is the economy of the State. The legislature further finds that the determination of an optimum balance between economic development and environmental quality deserves the most thoughtful consideration, and that the maintenance of the optimum quality of the environment deserves the most intensive care. The purpose of this chapter is to stimulate, expand and coordinate efforts to determine and maintain the optimum quality of the environment of the State.
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