HI SB1451

Establishes November 28 as Lā Kūkōkoa (Hawaiian Recognition Day) as an official state holiday in Hawaii, commemorating the day Great Britain and France recognized Hawaiian Kingdom independence in 1843.

Adds the new holiday to Hawaii Revised Statutes Section 8-1, which lists all designated state holidays.

Notes historical significance that the United States followed with recognition on July 6, 1844, and that the holiday was widely celebrated during the Kingdom, Republic, and early Territory periods of Hawaii.

Takes effect on January 1, 2050, allowing a delayed implementation date for the holiday designation.