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Hawaii House Bill HR152

Hawaii 2022 Regular Session

Hawaii House Bill HR152

Introduced
3/11/22  
Refer
3/14/22  
Report Pass
3/29/22  

Caption

Recognizing The Period Between 2022 And 2032 As The United Nations International Decade Of Indigenous Languages.

Impact

HR152 explicitly emphasizes the unique status of Ōlelo Hawaii, an indigenous language of Hawaii, acknowledging it as one of the state's official languages. The resolution aligns with previous UN declarations aimed at ensuring the preservation and promotion of endangered languages, highlighting the importance of cultural diversity in maintaining community identities. Moreover, it draws attention to the knowledge systems represented by these languages, which have evolved over thousands of years. This focus can influence state laws related to educational curricula, language policies, and cultural initiatives to support native Hawaiian education and language proficiency.

Summary

House Resolution 152 (HR152) recognizes the period from 2022 to 2032 as the United Nations International Decade of Indigenous Languages. This resolution is part of a broader global initiative driven by the United Nations to spotlight the significance of indigenous languages and the urgent need to preserve, revitalize, and promote them due to the alarming rate at which they are declining. The recognition aims to support efforts at both national and international levels to ensure that indigenous languages do not vanish, thus maintaining the cultural heritage they embody.

Contention

While HR152 has the potential to cultivate awareness and encourage action towards preserving indigenous cultures and languages, it may raise discussions about the allocation of resources and the responsibilities of educational institutions in the state. Supporters of the resolution may argue for increased funding and programs devoted to teaching and promoting Ōlelo Hawaii, while critics might question the feasibility and effectiveness of such initiatives amid budget constraints. Ultimately, the resolution acknowledges the critical role that language plays not only in cultural identity but also in the socio-economic development of indigenous communities.

Latest HI HR152 Activity

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Companion Bills

HI SCR126

Same As Recognizing The Period Between 2022 And 2032 As The United Nations International Decade Of Indigenous Languages.

HI HCR152

Same As Recognizing The Period Between 2022 And 2032 As The United Nations International Decade Of Indigenous Languages.

Previously Filed As

HI HR80

Supporting A Closer Partnership Between The United States And Taiwan In Values And Common Goals, The Relationships And Exchanges Between The State Of Hawaii And Taiwan, Taiwan's International Participation, And The Signing Of A United States-taiwan Bilateral Trade Agreement.

HI HCR96

Supporting A Closer Partnership Between The United States And Taiwan In Values And Common Goals, The Relationships And Exchanges Between The State Of Hawaii And Taiwan, Taiwan's International Participation, And The Signing Of A United States-taiwan Bilateral Trade Agreement.

HI SCR2

Endorsing The Participation Of Taiwan As An Observer In The United Nations Framework Convention On Climate Change, International Civil Aviation Organization, World Health Organization, And International Criminal Police Organization.

HI HR220

Congratulating The 2023 National Distinguished Principal For Hawaii, 2023 State Principal Of The Year For Hawaii, 2023 Masayuki Tokioka Excellence In School Leadership Awardee, 2023 National Outstanding Assistant Principal, 2023 State Assistant Principal Of The Year For Hawaii, 2023 Outstanding Library Service Awardee, 2023 Golden Key Awardee, 2023 Milken Teacher Of Promise Awardee, And 2023 U.s. Department Of Education National Blue Ribbon Schools.

HI HB962

Relating To Hawaiian Language Programs.

HI SB827

Relating To Hawaiian Language Programs.

HI SR2

Urging This Body To Endorse The Participation Of Taiwan As An Observer In The United Nations Framework Convention On Climate Change, International Civil Aviation Organization, World Health Organization, And International Criminal Police Organization; Supporting The Further Progress On The United States-taiwan Initiative On 21st-century Trade, A Speedy Conclusion To This Negotiation, And Encouraging The United States Trade Representative To Commence Negotiations To Enter Into A Bilateral Trade Agreement With Taiwan; And Supporting The State Of Hawaii's Thirty-first Anniversary Of Sister-state Relations With Taiwan And Commemorating The Forty-fifth Anniversary Of The Taiwan Relations Act.

HI HR221

Congratulating The 2024 United States Senate Youth Program Delegate, 2023 Prudential Emerging Visionaries Winner, 2023 U.s. Presidential Scholar, And 2024 Hawaii Lifesmarts State Competition Winners.

HI HR25

Urging The President Of The United States To Increase Ongoing Humanitarian Aid To Palestine Through The United Nations Children's Fund And World Food Programme.

HI HR178

Requesting The State's Congressional Delegation To Advocate For The Enforcement Of Existing International Laws To Reduce Ghost Nets Entering The State From International Waters And Take Other Actions To Reduce Marine Debris From Fishing Gear.

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