Rudimch says measure could violate national law and put public land leaseholders at risk of losing homes By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau (May 19, 2026)— Eyos Rudimch has vetoed a controversial lease reform bill that would have expanded the ability of Koror public land leaseholders to transfer or use their leases as collateral, saying the […]
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Scaled-back Lease Reform Bill Sent To Koror Governor For Signature
Scaled-back bill expands financing access for residents while limiting transfers of state residential leases By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau (May 11, 2026) Koror lawmakers have approved a scaled‑back lease reform bill that preserves new financing options for residents while tightening controls on who can hold state residential leases and how those leases can be transferred. […]
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New Koror Bill Aims to Unlock Land Lease Value, Boost Access to Loans
Lawmakers target development gaps while raising questions on oversight and residency rules By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau — The Koror State Legislature has passed a bill aimed at giving land leaseholders greater control over their leases, potentially opening the door to easier access to loans, property transfers and long-delayed development projects. Koror State Legislature Bill […]