Establishes Brother Joseph Dutton Day on April 27 to honor his service in Kalaupapa.
The bill establishes April 27 as Brother Joseph Dutton Day in Hawaii, honoring his service to the residents of Kalaupapa. Brother Joseph Dutton, originally Ira Barnes Dutton, served alongside Father Damien and dedicated his life to caring for leprosy victims. The day is not a state holiday but serves as a recognition of his contributions. The legislature notes that similar recognition exists for Saint Damien de Veuster, Saint Marianne Cope, and Kalaupapa Month.
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