HI HR169

Urges the University of Hawaii to convene a "Congress on the Future of the Hawaiian People" in conjunction with the East-West Center to explore options and opportunities for Hawaii's host culture.

Recognizes that Native Hawaiians have experienced significant historical challenges including population decimation from disease, loss of land ownership, and displacement from political and economic leadership roles following the 1893 overthrow and 1959 statehood.

Notes that Native Hawaiians today face disparities including lowest socio-economic mobility, highest incarceration rates, and highest mortality rates in the state despite the emergence of Native Hawaiian leaders across professions and communities.

Acknowledges the Native Hawaiian cultural, economic, and political renaissance in recent years with goals including creation of an independent entity, and notes past efforts by the Office of Hawaiian Affairs and other organizations have been incomplete or unsuccessful.

Requires certified copies of the resolution be transmitted to the Governor, President of the University of Hawaii, President of the East-West Center, Office of Hawaiian Affairs, state legislative leadership, Department of Hawaiian Home Lands, and all Hawaiian Civic Clubs.