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This Resolution formally requests the Governor of Hawaii to create a state commission, the Hawaii Commission on the United States Semiquincentennial, through an Executive Order. This commission's primary role will be to organize and coordinate Hawaii's participation in the nationwide commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the United States' founding, which is marked by the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 2026. The establishment of this commission is seen as a way for Hawaii to join other states in celebrating this significant historical milestone, encouraging residents to reflect on the past, appreciate the present, and look towards the future of the nation. The United States Semiquincentennial Commission, established by federal law, is responsible for planning and coordinating these national observances, and the Hawaii commission will act as a local counterpart to facilitate these efforts within the state.