H.R. 141 Summary

• Urges the Governor to sign the Charter for Compassion and proclaim Hawaii an official Compassionate State.

• Recognizes compassion as a core principle in religious, ethical, and spiritual traditions aligned with the aloha spirit and Hawaii's community well-being values.

• References over 100 religious leaders from Progressive Interfaith 'Ohana for Hawaii committed to meeting basic needs including land stewardship, local food production, affordable housing, healthcare, education, family safety, governance, and economic equity.

• Cites U.S. Conference of Mayors findings that compassionate cities empower citizens with cooperation and hope, and that compassionate policies for at-risk youth prevent social problems and reduce costs.

• Requests the Governor and House work together to make compassion a standard for State governance to achieve physical, spiritual, social, and economic benefits.