HI SB316

Establishes June 19 of each year as Juneteenth Day in Hawaii to commemorate the June 19, 1865, announcement of the abolition of slavery in Texas and the emancipation of enslaved African Americans throughout the former Confederate states.

Adds a new section to Chapter 8 of the Hawaii Revised Statutes designating Juneteenth Day as a day of commemoration.

Explicitly states that Juneteenth Day is not and shall not be construed as a state holiday.

Addresses Hawaii being one of only three states that does not recognize Juneteenth as a state holiday or special day of observance.

Takes effect upon approval.