HI SR51

Recognizes 2022 as "Malama Makuahine: Year of the Mother" in Hawaii

Acknowledges the foundational role of mothers and families in Hawaiian society, emphasizing the concept of "ohana" (family) and the need to care for mothers' health and wellbeing

Highlights challenges faced by mothers including undervalued work, disproportionate impact from COVID-19, gender stereotypes, and workforce abandonment at four times the rate of men

Urges people of Hawaii to express love, respect, care, and gratitude to mothers through events, programs, ceremonies, roundtables, and activities throughout the state

Directs transmission of certified copies to the Governor, Hawaii County Mayor, Hawaii County Council members, and Hawaii County Committee on the Status of Women