URGING THE COUNTIES TO ESTABLISH, STRENGTHEN, OR EXPAND HISTORIC PRESERVATION FUNCTIONS WITHIN COUNTY GOVERNMENT TO COMPLEMENT AND SUPPORT STATEWIDE HISTORIC PRESERVATION EFFORTS.

This bill is a non-binding resolution that urges Hawaii's counties to create or expand their own historic preservation offices and programs to support state-level efforts. It encourages counties to develop local policies, inventories, and review processes to identify and protect historic and cultural resources within their jurisdictions. The resolution specifically targets county governments, suggesting they establish dedicated staff, commissions, or advisory boards to coordinate preservation activities during land use planning and permitting. This measure aims to improve coordination between county and state agencies while ensuring continued protection of cultural resources even if state resources are reduced.