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HI SR177
Resolution
AI Summary
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Recognizes June 21, 2025, as Indigenous Peoples' Day; July 1, 2025, as Canada Day; and September 30, 2025, as Truth and Reconciliation Day in Hawaii.
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Affirms the enduring friendship between Hawaii and Canada and acknowledges shared histories of colonization, indigenous dispossession, and the importance of self-determination for all peoples.
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References Hawaii's annexation by the United States against the will of its government and people, and opposes any attempts to annex Canada or other nations without consent of their populations.
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Invites Canadian leaders, political parties, First Nations, and indigenous representatives to establish an annual meeting and forum with Hawaii to discuss shared history and mutual concerns.
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Directs transmission of certified copies to the Prime Minister of Canada, Canadian diplomatic officials, Hawaii's Governor, and Hawaii's congressional delegation.
Legislative Description
Recognizing June 21, 2025, As Indigenous People's Day, July 1, 2025, As Canada Day, And September 30, 2025, As Truth And Reconciliation Day, In Acknowledgement Of The Enduring Friendship Between The People Of Canada And Hawaii, The Independent Sovereignty And Self-determination Of The People Of Canada, And A Commitment To Never Again Allow The Sovereign Right Of A People To Self Determination To Be Taken Against Their Will.
International Relations
Last Action
Report and Resolution Adopted as amended (SD1). Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 1 (Senator(s) Awa).
4/3/2025