Expressing support for the designation of September 2026 as "Hawaiian History Month" to recognize the history, culture, and contributions of Native Hawaiians and reaffirm the United States Federal trust responsibility to the Native Hawaiian Community to support their well-being.
Sponsored By: Representative Tokuda, Jill N. [D-HI-2]
Introduced
Summary
Hawaiian History Month would be designated for September 2026 and federal agencies, schools, and civic groups would be encouraged to hold programs and ceremonies to observe it. It would urge recognition of Native Hawaiian history, culture, and contributions, highlight Public Law 103-150 and reconciliation through consultation, commend efforts to revitalize Native Hawaiian language and traditions, and call on agencies to promote programs that reflect the special political and trust relationship with Native Hawaiian communities.
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Sponsors & CoSponsors
Sponsor
Tokuda, Jill N. [D-HI-2]
HI • D
Cosponsors
Rep. Case, Ed [D-HI-1]
HI • D
Sponsored 9/28/2026
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