Introduced
September 24, 2026
Mr. Schatz (for himself and Ms. Hirono) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Indian Affairs
RESOLUTION
Designating 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.
- (1) to honor the history, culture, and contributions of Native Hawaiians to the State of Hawai‘i, the United States, and worldwide;
- (2) to recognize the importance of Public Law 103–150 and the ongoing efforts to achieve reconciliation, including through consultation;
- (3) to commend the revitalization of Native Hawaiian language, culture, and traditions as essential to the well-being and identity of Native Hawaiian communities;
- (4) to encourage Federal agencies, educational institutions, and civil society to observe Hawaiian History Month with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and educational activities; and
- (5) to call on Federal agencies to promote programs established by Congress to recognize and implement the special political and trust relationship with the Native Hawaiian Community.