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This Concurrent Resolution requests the University of Hawaii at Manoa Center for Philippine Studies to assemble a working group to investigate whether reparations are needed for the unfair conviction and execution of people of color during Hawaii's territorial period, which lasted from 1897 to 1944. The resolution highlights that during this time, nearly 95% of those executed were people of color, including significant numbers of Filipinos and Native Hawaiians, while Caucasians were rarely executed and often had their charges reduced. The working group is tasked with considering various forms of redress, such as apologies and educational programs, and must present its findings and recommendations, including any proposed legislation, to the state Legislature by early 2018.