Political Quotes

“H.R. 1906 was introduced by the gentlewoman from Hawaii (Mrs. Mink) and cosponsored by my colleague on the Committee on Resources, the gentleman from Hawaii (Mr. Abercrombie). The bill would amend the act that established the Pu'uhonua O Honaunau National Historical Park in Hawaii to provide for the addition of important archaeological lands to the park. The park preserves an ancient sacred refuge or sanctuary site and includes numerous archaeological and historical resources dating back to 1100 A.D. It contains spectacular shore scenery as well. However, significant archaeological sites associated with the park remain outside the park boundary. H.R. 1906, as amended, is identical to S. 1057, which passed the Senate last year and has been referred to the Committee on Resources. H.R. 1906, as amended, adds 238 acres of land in the park and authorizes the future addition of another 159 acres upon acquisition. The lands added by H.R. 1906 would provide for the inclusion of an ancient coastal village within the park, an addition recommended by a 1992 boundary study. I also support the amended bill and urge its adoption by the House today.”