A Maui County Council member discussing the potential of Hawaiian homelands to meet Maui’s critical housing needs will headline a Zoom conference this month. Councilwoman Tamara Paltin will speak about Honokowai homestead lands in the context of West Maui housing needs at a Maui Centennial Puwalu, or conference, from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 12, via Zoom. Christie … [Read more...] about Councilwoman Tamara Paltin Headlines Maui Centennial Puwalu
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The case against the Native American Tourism and Improving Visitor Experience (NATIVE) Act
NOTE: The U.S. House of Representatives recently passed the Native American Tourism and Improving Visitor Experience (NATIVE) Act (click here to read the bill's text). It currently awaits President Barack Obama's signature. U.S. Senator Brian Schatz (the bill's sponsor) says the bill will "enhance and integrate native tourism, empower native communities, and expand unique … [Read more...] about The case against the Native American Tourism and Improving Visitor Experience (NATIVE) Act