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Hawaii Lawmakers Deny Homestead Funding, Leaving 29,000 in Limbo

5/7/2025

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Hawaiian lawmakers turned down crucial funding for the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands, leaving over 29,000 hopeful applicants like De Mont Kalai Manaole in limbo for homestead leases. In contrast, the Department of Agriculture secured more funds to tackle invasive species, yet doubts linger about its ability to handle the expanded workload.

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Story summary

Hawaiian lawmakers turned down crucial funding for the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands, leaving over 29,000 hopeful applicants like De Mont Kalai Manaole in limbo for homestead leases. In contrast, the Department of Agriculture secured more funds to tackle invasive species, yet doubts linger about its ability to handle the expanded workload.