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HI HR57

Resolution

Status

Introduced

3/5/2025

Primary Sponsor

Linda Ichiyama

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requests the Sheriff Division of the Department of Law Enforcement to fly the National League of Families of American Prisoners and Missing in Southeast Asia flag year-round at Hawaii State Capitol

  • Recognizes that U.S. Public Law 101-355 designated the League's flag as "the symbol of our Nation's concern and commitment to resolving as fully as possible the fates of Americans still prisoner, missing and unaccounted for in Southeast Asia"

  • Notes that federal law requires the flag to be flown on six national holidays above major U.S. buildings including the White House, Capitol, and military installations

  • Emphasizes the importance of year-round flag visibility as a constant reminder of American prisoners of war and missing in action military personnel

  • Directs certified copies of the resolution to be transmitted to the Governor, Director of Law Enforcement, and State Sheriff

Legislative Description

Requesting That The Sheriff Division Of The Department Of Law Enforcement Fly The National League Of Families Of American Prisoners And Missing In Southeast Asia's Flag Year-round At The State Capitol.

POW/MIA Flag

Last Action

The committee(s) on JHA recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.

4/1/2025

Committee Referrals

Judiciary & Hawaiian Affairs3/27/2025
Public Safety3/14/2025

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