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HI HCR143
Concurrent Resolution
Status
3/10/2023
Primary Sponsor
Amy Perruso
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AI Summary
H.C.R. No. 143 Summary
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Requests the Department of Education to appoint a committee of stakeholders including teachers, administrators, University of Hawaii representatives, and community leaders to develop a measurable plan for expanding Hawaiian language education across all school complexes.
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Committee plan must identify current resources (teachers, materials, funding) available for Hawaiian language education in each complex and assess demand from all stakeholder groups.
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Plan must address implementation barriers, establish performance measures to assess effectiveness, identify potential partnerships, and develop a timeline for execution while respecting unique community and family perspectives on Hawaiian education.
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Department of Education must report the completed plan to the Legislature by December 31, 2023.
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Resolution acknowledges Hawaii's constitutional obligation to promote Hawaiian language and culture study, and historical context including the 1896 English-only law that nearly eliminated Hawaiian language use in schools.
Legislative Description
E Hookikina Aku Ana I Ka Oihana Hoonaauao I Ka Apono Ana I Komike E Hoopuka Ana I Ka Hoolala E Hiki Ai Ke Ka Ana Ia Ma Ka Hooulu Ana I Ke Ao Olelo Hawaii I Na Haumana A Pau Loa.
Committee
Last Action
Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Ilagan, Sayama, Woodson excused (3).
3/30/2023