HI SCR127

Requests United States Congress to authorize establishment of a National Monument for Women in Washington, D.C., to recognize and honor the leadership contributions of America's women.

Cites the 2009 International Women's Leadership Conference hosted by Hawaii as inspiration, noting women leaders' exemplary achievements in business, government, development organizations, and military service.

Notes that women executives score higher than male counterparts on performance measures including work quality, goal-setting, and employee mentoring, per a November 20, 2000 Business Week Online article.

References Title 40 United States Code Section 8903, which requires Congressional authorization to establish commemorative works in the District of Columbia reflecting lasting national significance.

Directs transmission of certified copies to the President of the United States Senate, Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, the Governor of Hawaii, and Hawaii's congressional delegation.