HI HB554

Designates the day of the second new moon after the winter solstice each year as "Lunar New Year" in Hawaii

Explicitly states that Lunar New Year is not a state holiday and shall not be construed as one

Recognizes that approximately 37.1% of Hawaii's population (over 500,000 residents) are of Asian descent as of July 2022

Acknowledges the 235th anniversary of the first arrival of Asian immigrant workers in Hawaii (since 1789)

Effective date set for July 1, 3000 (placeholder date indicating the bill requires further amendment)