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HI SR218

Resolution

Status

Passed

3/31/2021

Primary Sponsor

Chris Lee

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Origin

Senate

2021 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Hawaii Tourism Authority is urged to explore and implement a "Pledge of Aloha" for visitors to educate them about Hawaii's environment and culture.

  • The pledge, titled "A Pledge to Our Keiki," includes five commitments: being mindful of introducing foreign species, respecting Hawaiian community values, experiencing sacred places respectfully, living aloha and leaving the islands cleaner, and learning from Hawaiian heritage of sustainability.

  • Hawaii is requested to adopt the pledge for all visitors and encourage them to recognize their kuleana (responsibility) to protect Hawaii's environment and culture for future generations.

  • Hawaii Tourism Authority is urged to determine implementation methods to ensure every visitor is required to acknowledge the pledge.

  • Certified copies of the resolution are to be transmitted to the Governor, Hawaii Tourism Authority President and Chief Executive Officer, and each county Mayor.

Legislative Description

Urging The Hawaii Tourism Authority To Explore And Implement A Visitor Pledge Of Aloha To Educate And Explain The Importance Of Hawaii's Environment And Culture And Encourage Increased Respect And Appreciation Of The Hawaiian Islands.

Aloha Educational and Cultural Pledge

Last Action

Certified copies of resolutions sent, 06-21-21.

6/21/2021

Committee Referrals

Energy, Economic Development, and Tourism3/16/2021

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