HI HR204

Urges immediate cessation of free distribution of China Daily newspaper within Hawaii State Government offices upon request.

Identifies China Daily as a publication owned by the Chinese Communist Party's Central Propaganda Department and registered as a foreign agent since 1983.

Cites FBI concerns that the Chinese Communist Party uses tactics including China Daily distribution to influence lawmakers toward policies favorable to China.

Notes China Daily has been scrutinized for publishing fabricated content, spreading disinformation, and engaging in censorship and propaganda.

Directs transmission of certified resolution copies to the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Hawaii State Senate President, Hawaii State House Speaker, and both chambers' Sergeants-At-Arms.