Ceded Lands Flashcards
1
Q
What are ceded lands?
A
lands that were in the control of the government of Hawaii at the time Hawaii became a territory, and were “ceded” to the U.S. Most lands were returned to the State government when Hawaii became a state.
• Federal government can transfer its land no longer being used back to the State.
• Sovereign Immunity - government cannot be forced to return the land it does not want to return.
2
Q
How can the State use ceded lands?
A
for various public purposes (5 purposes). ○ Public use ○ Home ownership ○ Betterment of Native Hawaiians ○ Public education ○ Agriculture