on Bikini Island from 1970 to 1978 resulting from the United
States nuclear testing program, and (f) hardships suffered
by the Bikinians as a result of being displaced in 1946 and
again in 1978,
as well as their continued displacement in the
foreseeable future.
Lastly, the United States government should pledge
to return the people to Bikini Island if and when the island
is
safe
for resettlement.
IV.
INVOLVEMENT OF THE PEOPLE OF BIKINI
IN THE
RESETTLEMENT PROGRAM
Maximum practicable participation by the Bikinians
in the resettlement program, both in its planning and execution,
is necessary and desirable.
The people of Bikini, through
the Bikini/Kili Council or other representative group selected
by the Council, should be regularly consulted and informed
with respect to the resettlement project.