Resources

Government documents, legal analysis, and coalition resources

Government Documents

Primary source documents from the Air Force and federal agencies related to the AMOS STAR project.

Environmental Assessment

The Air Force's Environmental Assessment for the AMOS STAR project, including the inadequate alternatives analysis.

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Section 106 Documents

Section 106 consultation documents, including the determination of adverse effects to Haleakalā.

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Finding of No Significant Impact

The Air Force's FONSI determination, which allowed them to avoid preparing a full Environmental Impact Statement.

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Legal Analysis & Commentary

Detailed analysis of legal requirements and how the Air Force has failed to meet them.

NEPA Alternatives Analysis Requirements

Comprehensive analysis of what NEPA requires for alternatives analysis and how the AMOS STAR Environmental Assessment falls short.

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Section 106 Avoidance Obligations

Explanation of Section 106's requirement to consider avoidance alternatives and why the AMOS STAR consultation process is deficient.

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Alternative Sites Technical Assessment

Technical analysis of continental U.S. sites demonstrating their potential to meet mission requirements.

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HEPA Avoidance Strategy

Documentation of how the Air Force modified the project to avoid triggering Hawaii's environmental review law.

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Legal Framework Resources

Key laws and regulations governing the AMOS STAR project.

National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)

  • 42 U.S.C. § 4321 et seq. - NEPA statute
  • 40 CFR Parts 1500-1508 - CEQ NEPA regulations
  • 32 CFR Part 989 - Air Force NEPA implementing regulations

National Historic Preservation Act

  • 54 U.S.C. § 306108 - Section 106 statute
  • 36 CFR Part 800 - Section 106 regulations
  • Advisory Council on Historic Preservation guidance documents

Hawaii Environmental Policy Act

  • HRS Chapter 343 - HEPA statute
  • HAR Title 11, Chapter 200 - HEPA rules

Coalition Partners

Organizations working to protect Haleakalā and ensure compliance with federal law.

This is a collaborative effort involving Native Hawaiian organizations, environmental groups, legal advocates, and community members dedicated to accountability and protection of sacred sites.

If your organization would like to be listed as a coalition partner or receive updates on this effort, please contact us.

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Additional Resources

Cultural Context

Resources on the cultural and spiritual significance of Haleakalā to Native Hawaiians and why protecting this sacred site matters.

Technical Background

Information on space surveillance technology, alternative site capabilities, and the technical aspects of the AMOS STAR project.

Media Coverage

News articles, opinion pieces, and media coverage of the AMOS STAR controversy and the legal accountability effort.