Hawaii House Bill HCR2

Hawaii 2025 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/15/25
• Engrossed: 1/15/25
• Passed: 1/17/25

Caption

Requesting The Governor To Address The Legislature Assembled In Joint Session.

Impact

The passing of HCR2 facilitates a structured platform for the Governor to address legislative concerns and outline the administration's agenda moving forward. This interaction between the executive and legislative branches is critical for fostering transparency and collaboration in governance. The address often serves as a pivotal moment in the legislative session, setting the tone for subsequent discussions and legislative initiatives. The resolution's scheduling reflects the established tradition within Hawaii’s legislative process.

Summary

HCR2 is a House Concurrent Resolution introduced in the Thirty-Third Legislature of Hawaii, which requests the Governor to address the legislature assembled in a joint session. The resolution specifies that this meeting is set to take place at 10:00 a.m. on January 21, 2025. The objective of this resolution is to allow the Governor to deliver an address or greetings, marking a significant event in the legislative calendar known as the 'State of the State Address.' This tradition provides an opportunity for the Governor to communicate priorities, policies, and other important issues to the members of the legislative body and the public.

Contention

While HCR2 primarily serves as a procedural measure, it underscores the ongoing relationship between the executive and legislative branches. Although there are no notable points of contention directly associated with this resolution, debates around the content of the Governor’s address might arise in subsequent discussions, especially if specific policies are highlighted. The effectiveness of the communication during this session can be a topic of scrutiny, as various stakeholders may have different expectations regarding the issues to be addressed.