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Introduced
01/17/2024
01/17/2024
In Committee
02/02/2024
02/02/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/03/2024
05/03/2024
Introduced Session
2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Designates the day of the second new moon after the winter solstice of every year as the Lunar New Year. Effective date 7/1/3000. (HD1)
AI Summary
This bill designates the day of the second new moon after the winter solstice of every year as the Lunar New Year in the state of Hawaii. The bill recognizes the significant contributions of the Asian community to Hawaii's culture and economy, and aims to honor the cultural diversity and provide best wishes for peace and prosperity to those who celebrate this important occasion. The Lunar New Year is not considered a state holiday under this bill, which will take effect on July 1, 3000.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Business and Industry
Sponsors (13)
Terez Amato (D)*,
Cory Chun (D)*,
Rachele Fernandez Lamosao (D)*,
Andrew Garrett (D)*,
Natalia Hussey-Burdick (D)*,
Kirstin Kahaloa (D)*,
Darius Kila (D)*,
Lisa Marten (D)*,
Tyson Miyake (D)*,
Amy Perruso (D)*,
Mahina Poepoe (D)*,
Jenna Takenouchi (D)*,
Adrian Tam (D)*,
Last Action
Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Garcia voting no (1) and Representative(s) Alcos, Gates, Kila, Nakashima excused (4). (on 02/02/2024)
Bill Topics
Government Operations
- ‐ Federal Holidays and Celebrations
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HB&billnumber=1555&year=2024 | 01/17/2024 |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2024/bills/HB1555_HD1_.HTM | 02/02/2024 |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2024/bills/HB1555_.HTM | 01/17/2024 |
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