Hawaii House Bill HR204

Hawaii 2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 3/8/24
• Refer: 3/14/24

Caption

Urging The Hawaii State Government To Restrict Internal Dissemination Of Chinese Communist Party Propaganda.

Impact

If adopted, the resolution would lead to a prohibition on the distribution of China Daily within Hawaii's governmental offices, which has been identified as a tool for the CCP to deliver propaganda. It is argued that the free distribution of this publication undermines the objectives of Hawaii’s governmental operations by exposing officials to biased information that could affect their decisions. This measure aims to protect the integrity of government communication from foreign influence and misinformation.

Summary

House Resolution 204 urges the state government of Hawaii to halt the internal dissemination of propaganda associated with the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), specifically focusing on publications like 'China Daily'. This resolution highlights the concerns raised by the Federal Bureau of Investigation regarding the influence of the CCP and its efforts to shape public opinion and policies within the United States. The discussion surrounding the resolution indicates a strong belief that such propaganda materials can distort views and impact legislative actions negatively.

Contention

While supporters of the resolution are focused on reinforcing national security and countering propaganda, there may be concerns about the implications of restricting the circulation of information within the government. Critics could argue that this approach risks limiting open discourse and access to diverse viewpoints, potentially leading to an environment where only state-approved narratives are disseminated. The balance between combating disinformation and maintaining freedom of information will likely be a contentious point in discussions around this resolution.