Marine and Coastal Zone Advocacy Council (MACZAC)

The Marine and Coastal Zone Advocacy Council (MACZAC) advises the Office of Planning and Thống đốc on coastal and ocean management issues in Hawaii, including land use decisions affecting shorelines, marine resource protection, and implementation of the Hawaii Coastal Zone Management Program. It reviews proposed projects and policy changes with coastal implications and advocates for the integration of coastal management principles into state decision-making. MACZAC provides a cross-sector forum for addressing complex ocean and shoreline issues.

Hawaii's coastlines and ocean resources are central to the state's economy, culture, and ecology; this council's work affects beach access, marine fisheries, shoreline development, and coastal resilience for all residents.