HI HCR277

Expresses legislative support for recognition of cockfighting as a cultural activity with historical roots in American tradition, including participation by founding fathers George Washington and Thomas Jefferson

Asserts that cockfighting is a significant Hispanic cultural tradition and that roosters fight naturally as part of establishing pecking order, not due to brutalization

Claims Hawaii game fowl breeders contribute approximately $9,000,000 annually to the local economy through feed purchases, bird shipments, tournament travel, and general excise taxes

Reaffirms that the Legislature does not support gambling, betting, or the use of gaffs in cockfighting activities

Directs transmission of certified copies to the Governor and Mayor of each county