H.R. 41 Summary

• Expresses sympathy, aloha, and condolences for the January 7, 2015 terrorist attack on Charlie Hebdo magazine in Paris that killed employees and journalists.

• Honors the spirit and bravery of Charlie Hebdo employees and recognizes the magazine's exercise of freedom of the press and speech since its founding in 1970.

• Acknowledges the long-standing partnership between the United States and France, including France's essential role in securing American independence during the War of Independence (1775-1783).

• Affirms that the people of Hawaii stand with France and encourage the nation to persevere as a strong and unshakeable people.

• Directs certified copies of the resolution be transmitted to French government officials, the U.S. President and Congress, the Hawaii Governor, and the Hawaii State Legislature.