In 2006, George W Bush used a presidential proclamation to establish a 139,797-square-mile marine monument in the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands; it later became the foundation for much larger protected seascape
Established in 2006, the Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument serves to safeguard the diverse marine ecosystems of the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands. This area features fishing restrictions and allows cultural access for Native Hawaiians while protecting habitats. President Barack Obama expanded its boundaries in 2016, underscoring its importance for marine species and cultural heritage.
Collaborative management efforts occur between federal and state agencies.
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