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HI SR101

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Introduced

3/16/2011

Primary Sponsor

Rosalyn Baker

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Origin

Senate

2011 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates January 29, 2012, as Thomas Paine Day in Hawaii to honor the American Revolutionary leader and founding father
  • Recognizes Thomas Paine's role in crystallizing colonial independence through his famous work "Common Sense" and the "Crisis" papers
  • Acknowledges Paine's early advocacy for universal education, women's equality, religious freedom, and a League of Nations
  • Encourages the people of Hawaii to honor Thomas Paine and his contributions to liberty and democracy on the designated day
  • Directs certified copies of the resolution be transmitted to the Governor and Thomas Paine Friends, Inc.

Legislative Description

Thomas Paine Day Designation

Last Action

(S) Referred to PGM.

3/21/2011

Committee Referrals

Public Safety, Government Operations, and Military Affairs3/21/2011

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