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This concurrent resolution recognizes International Dark Sky Week from April 21 through April 28, 2025, in Hawaii and seeks to address the significant issue of light pollution. The resolution highlights the importance of dark skies for cultural, scientific, ecological, and economic reasons, emphasizing that 80% of the world's population lives under light-polluted skies. It calls for the University of Hawaii to convene a task force to study light pollution, comprising representatives from various state and federal agencies, educational institutions, and astronomical organizations. The task force is requested to explore strategies for reducing light pollution, conserving energy, protecting wildlife, preserving astronomical observations, and establishing dark sky parks. The resolution asks Hawaii residents to support protecting dark sky resources and requires the task force to submit an interim report by December 1, 2025, and a final report with findings and recommendations by December 1, 2026. The resolution also acknowledges Hawaii's unique connection to astronomy, with several major telescopes located on the islands, and recognizes the potential for astrotourism and the preservation of natural nighttime environments.

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https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SCR&billnumber=12&year=2025