HI SB695

Designates November 28 of each year as Lā Kūʻokoʻa, Hawaiian Recognition Day, to commemorate the historical recognition of the Kingdom of Hawaii's independence by Great Britain and France on November 28, 1843, and by the United States on July 6, 1844.

Adds a new section to Chapter 8 of the Hawaii Revised Statutes to officially recognize the observance date and its historical significance.

Explicitly states that Lā Kūʻokoʻa is not and shall not be construed to be a state holiday, despite the formal designation.

References the holiday's historical celebration during the Kingdom of Hawaii, Provisional Government, Republic of Hawaii, and early Territory periods, including its codification as a national holiday under the Republic of Hawaii in 1896.

Takes effect upon approval of the Governor.