Haw. Const. art. IX, § 5
- Constitution
- Constitution of Hawaii
- Text as of
- October 2026
What does this section say?
The State shall have the power to provide for, or assist in, housing, slum clearance and the development or rehabilitation of substandard areas. The exercise of such power is deemed to be for a public use and purpose. [Am HB 54 (1975) and election Nov 2, 1976; ren and am Const Con 1978 and election Nov 7, 1978]
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