Property Ownership

What is the 'Office of Hawaiian Affairs' (OHA) and how does it relate to real estate in Hawaii?

AA. A county agency managing affordable housing for Native Hawaiians
BB. A state agency established to protect and promote the rights and well-being of Native Hawaiians, managing assets from the public land trust including some real estate holdings✓ Correct
CC. The federal agency managing all government land in Hawaii
DD. A nonprofit organization providing legal services to Native Hawaiian landowners

Explanation

The Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA) is a state agency created by the 1978 Hawaii Constitutional Convention to hold and manage assets for the betterment of Native Hawaiians. OHA receives revenue from the Public Land Trust (ceded lands) and manages real estate and investment assets.

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