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HI SCR113
HI SCR113Requesting The Governor To Issue A Proclamation Designating Hawaii As A Purple Heart State On August 7, 2025.
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Introduced
03/07/2025
03/07/2025
In Committee
03/11/2025
03/11/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
RESOLUTION requesting the governor to issue a proclamation designating hawaii as a purple heart state on august 7, 2025.
AI Summary
This concurrent resolution requests the Governor of Hawaii to issue a proclamation designating Hawaii as a Purple Heart State on August 7, 2025, which is recognized as National Purple Heart Day. The resolution highlights the significance of the Purple Heart, a prestigious military decoration awarded to service members who have been wounded or killed in military service to the United States. By seeking this designation, the Legislature aims to honor and recognize the extraordinary sacrifices of Purple Heart recipients, acknowledging that their acts of fidelity and service are foundational to the modern freedoms enjoyed by Americans. The resolution notes that several other state legislatures have already taken similar steps to recognize Purple Heart recipients, and it demonstrates Hawaii's intent to pay special tribute to these veterans by formally acknowledging their service and sacrifices on this commemorative day.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (6)
Henry Aquino (D)*,
Stanley Chang (D)*,
Kurt Fevella (R)*,
Mike Gabbard (D)*,
Tim Richards (D)*,
Joy San Buenaventura (D),
Last Action
The committee on PSM deferred the measure. (on 03/24/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SCR&billnumber=113&year=2025 |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2025/bills/SCR113_.HTM |
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