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HI SR70
Resolution
Status
3/8/2010
Primary Sponsor
Suzanne Chun Oakland
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AI Summary
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Designates the second week of March (beginning with Sunday) as "Census in Schools" Week in Hawaii
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Recognizes the Census Bureau's "2010 Census: It's About Us" educational program as an important teaching tool for kindergarten through 12th grade students
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Notes that 2010 Census data will affect allocation of over $4 trillion to local, state, and tribal governments over the next ten years and determines funding for schools, Title 1 programs, special education, and other services
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Commits the Legislature to encourage residents to complete census questionnaires and increase awareness about the importance of the 2010 Census, addressing historical undercounting of children
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Directs transmission of certified copies to the Governor, Board of Education, Superintendent of Education, Hawaii Association of Independent Schools, Charter School Administrative Office, and county mayors
Legislative Description
Second Week in March to be Declared "Census in the Schools" Week
Last Action
(S) Referred to EDH/EDT.
3/10/2010