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HI HB2698
Bill
Status
3/6/2018
Primary Sponsor
Matthew Lopresti
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AI Summary
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Appropriates general revenue funds for fiscal year 2018-2019 to commemorate the centennial anniversary of World War I and honor men and women who served in the war through programs, ceremonies, and activities.
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Directs the State Department of Defense to expend the appropriated funds for World War I centennial commemoration activities running from April 2, 2017 through November 11, 2018.
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Recognizes Hawaii's World War I heritage, including the sinking of the SS Aztec merchant ship on April 1, 1917 that killed Hawaii merchant mariners, and approximately 10,000 men and women from the Territory of Hawaii who volunteered to serve in the war.
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Takes effect on March 19, 2035.
Legislative Description
Relating To Veterans.
Appropriation ($)
Last Action
The conference committee deferred the measure.
4/24/2018