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This Concurrent Resolution requests that the Governor of Hawaii establish a Citizen Advisory Council on Federal Affairs to improve communication and collaboration between federal agencies, the U.S. Military, and local communities, particularly on Oahu, which is significantly impacted by federal and military presence. The resolution highlights that residents often lack opportunities to share their perspectives on issues like environmental concerns, emergency planning, and housing, despite federal agencies and the military being major employers and landowners in the state. The proposed council would include representatives from specific neighborhood boards, the Governor's Military Affairs Liaison, state departments and the University of Hawaii, cultural and environmental organizations, and members of the state legislature, aiming to foster more inclusive discussions and better address residents' health and well-being.