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HI HB794

Bill

Status

Passed

7/7/2023

Primary Sponsor

John Mizuno

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Origin

House of Representatives

2023 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates October as "Disability Awareness Month: Employment, Enrichment, and Inclusion" in Hawaii.
  • Recognizes that more than 66,000 working-age persons with disabilities live in Hawaii, with approximately 40% currently employed.
  • Acknowledges that National Disability Employment Awareness Month (October) raises awareness of employment challenges and celebrates the achievements of workers with disabilities.
  • October designation is not and shall not be construed as a state holiday.
  • Effective upon approval.

Legislative Description

Relating To Disability Awareness.

Disability Awareness Month

Last Action

Act 245, 07/07/2023 (Gov. Msg. No. 1348).

7/7/2023

Committee Referrals

Health and Human Services3/9/2023
Judiciary & Hawaiian Affairs2/17/2023
Culture, Arts, & International Affairs1/30/2023

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