Section 195-7 - Powers and dutiesThe commission shall:
(1) Establish criteria to be used in determining whether an area is suitable for inclusion with the reserves system;(2) Conduct studies of areas for possible inclusion within the reserves system;(3) Recommend to the governor and the department areas suitable for inclusion within the reserves system;(4) Establish policies and criteria regarding the management, protection, and permitted uses of areas which are part of the reserves system;(5) Advise the governor and the department on any matter relating to the preservation of Hawaii's unique natural resources;(6) Develop ways and means of extending and strengthening presently established preserves, sanctuaries, and refuges within the State;(7) Advise the department and other public agencies managing state-owned land or natural resources regarding areas under their respective jurisdictions which are or may be appropriate for designation as natural area reserves; and(8) In carrying out the above duties, consult the most comprehensive up-to-date compilation of scientific data on the communities of natural flora and fauna of Hawaii.L 1970, c 139, pt of §1; am L 1987, c 350, §5