HI SB895

Requires all state and county documents, letterheads, symbols, and emblems created, replaced, or reprinted on or after January 1, 2016, to include accurate and authentic Hawaiian names and words with proper spelling, punctuation, macrons, and glottal stops.

Establishes that Hawaiian names and words are deemed accurate when conforming to three specific reference sources: "Hawaiian Dictionary" (1986), "Māmaka Kaiao: A Modern Hawaiian Vocabulary" by the Hawaiian Lexicon Committee, or "Place Names of Hawaii" (1974).

Voids any rule, order, policy, or act that prohibits or discourages the use of accurate, appropriate, and authentic Hawaiian names and language as required by the bill.

Allows existing documents and emblems created before January 1, 2016, to comply with the requirements upon replacement, reprinting, or revision rather than requiring immediate updates.

Clarifies that misspelled or incorrectly punctuated Hawaiian words in covered documents do not invalidate the document or create liability for the State, counties, or their officials and employees.