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Earthjustice Sues Hawaii Governor Over Water Commission Appointment

1/28/2025

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Earthjustice is taking a stand against Hawaii Governor Josh Green, filing a lawsuit over his controversial appointment of V.R. Hinano Rodrigues to the Commission on Water Resource Management. The community group Hui Kanawai ‘Oia‘i‘o argues that the governor ignored legal protocols, jeopardizing the vital role of cultural expertise in managing Hawaii's precious water resources.

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Earthjustice is taking a stand against Hawaii Governor Josh Green, filing a lawsuit over his controversial appointment of V.R. Hinano Rodrigues to the Commission on Water Resource Management. The community group Hui Kanawai ‘Oia‘i‘o argues that the governor ignored legal protocols, jeopardizing the vital role of cultural expertise in managing Hawaii's precious water resources.