HI SR168

Hawaii Senate Resolution supports the University of Hawaii at Manoa Faculty Senate's request for university leaders to vigorously defend students, faculty, and staff who exercise 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," arguing these restrictions would deter free expression and create antagonistic relationships with the university community.

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

Cites UH's history of peaceful protests including opposition to the Vietnam War, South African Apartheid, genetic modification of kalo, and protection of Mauna Kea as examples of protected expression that would violate proposed restrictions.

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