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HI HCR97

Concurrent Resolution

Status

Introduced

3/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Tina Grandinetti

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Hawaii House Concurrent Resolution supporting the University of Hawaii at Manoa Faculty Senate's request that UH leaders vigorously defend students, faculty, and staff who face attacks for exercising academic freedom and free speech rights.

  • Opposes proposed revisions to University of Hawaii's "Executive Policy 10.206 Time, Place, and Manner Restrictions on Expressive Activities," which the resolution argues would deter the university community from exercising free speech rights.

  • Cites UH's historical role in peaceful protests including opposition to the Vietnam War, South African Apartheid, genetic alteration of kalo, and protection of Mauna Kea.

  • Endorses the UH Manoa Faculty Senate's "Resolution to Oppose Time, Place, and Manner Restrictions and Rectify Academic Freedom Policy" adopted February 18, 2026.

  • Directs certified copies be sent to the Board of Regents Chairperson, UH President, and the Manoa Faculty Senate Administrative Officer.

Legislative Description

Supporting The Request By The University Of Hawaii At Manoa Faculty Senate For A Commitment From University Of Hawaii Leaders To Remain Steadfast In Vigorously Defending Any And All Students, Faculty, Or Staff Who May Be Attacked For Exercising Their Rights To Academic Freedom And Free Speech.

University of Hawaii

Last Action

Offered

3/16/2026

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