Hawaii Senate Bill SCR113

Hawaii 2025 Regular Session

• Introduced: 3/7/25
• Refer: 3/11/25

Caption

Requesting The Governor To Issue A Proclamation Designating Hawaii As A Purple Heart State On August 7, 2025.

Impact

The resolution serves to formally acknowledge and honor the sacrifices of Purple Heart recipients, aligning Hawaii with several other states that have made similar designations. By designating Hawaii as a Purple Heart State, the resolution not only celebrates the valor and fidelity of these service members but also enhances awareness and appreciation for military sacrifices among the general public. Enhancing recognition in such a manner can also foster pride in the state’s commitment to honoring veterans and their contributions.

Summary

SCR113 is a Senate Concurrent Resolution introduced during the Thirty-third Legislature of Hawaii, seeking to honor military service members who have received the Purple Heart. The resolution requests that the Governor of Hawaii issue a proclamation designating the state as a Purple Heart State on August 7, 2025, which coincides with National Purple Heart Day. The Purple Heart is a notable military decoration awarded to those injured or killed in service, representing significant sacrifices made by service members.

Contention

As a concurrent resolution, SCR113 may not face as much contention as a typical legislative bill that enacts changes to law; however, discussions could arise regarding the implications of such designations in terms of benefits or recognitions for veterans. While proponents of the bill would argue it is a matter of honoring those who have served and sacrificed, critics may raise questions about the effectiveness and necessity of such proclamations in truly supporting veterans’ needs or addressing broader issues faced by the military community.