Hawaii 2025 Regular Session

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1		-	THE SENATE S.C.R. NO. 92 THIRTY-THIRD LEGISLATURE, 2025 ~~S.D. 1~~ STATE OF HAWAII SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION requesting the office of hawaiian affairs to establish and provide legislative engagement forums to educate and empower the native hawaiian community regarding the legislative process.
	1	+	THE SENATE S.C.R. NO. 92 THIRTY-THIRD LEGISLATURE, 2025 STATE OF HAWAII SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION requesting the office of hawaiian affairs to establish and provide legislative engagement forums to educate and empower the native hawaiian community regarding the legislative process.
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37	37		requesting the office of hawaiian affairs to establish and provide legislative engagement forums to educate and empower the native hawaiian community regarding the legislative process.
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43		-	WHEREAS, this body finds that the duties of the Office of Hawaiian Affairs include: (1) Advancing the betterment of conditions of Native Hawaiians; (2) Assessing the policies and practices of other agencies impacting Native Hawaiians; (3) Conducting advocacy efforts for Native Hawaiians; and (4) Serving as the principal public agency in the State responsible for the performance, development, and coordination of programs and activities relating to Native Hawaiians; and WHEREAS, the legislative process plays a crucial role in shaping policies and laws that directly impact the Native Hawaiian community; and WHEREAS, increasing resources and information on the legislative process available to the Native Hawaiian community will increase community engagement; and WHEREAS, increasing civic engagement and understanding of the legislative process empowers Native Hawaiians to advocate for their interests effectively; and WHEREAS, the Office of Hawaiian Affairs serves as a vital institution dedicated to improving the well-being of Native Hawaiians through advocacy, research, and community support; and WHEREAS, the Office of Hawaiian Affairs has the resources and capacity to facilitate educational initiatives that promote greater awareness and participation in the legislative process; and WHEREAS, legislative engagement forums will provide valuable opportunities for Native Hawaiians to learn about bill drafting, testimony submission, committee hearings, and other aspects of civic engagement; and WHEREAS, legislative engagement forums may be conducted through in-person workshops, virtual seminars, and outreach efforts in various communities across the State; now, therefore, BE IT RESOLVED by the Senate of the Thirty-third Legislature of the State of Hawaii, Regular Session of 2025, the House of Representatives concurring, that the Office of Hawaiian Affairs is requested to establish and provide legislative engagement forums to educate and empower the Native Hawaiian community regarding the legislative process; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Office of Hawaiian Affairs is encouraged to collaborate with community organizations, educational institutions, and legislative bodies to ensure the accessibility and effectiveness of these forums; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that these legislative engagement forums should include educational materials, workshops, and mentorship opportunities that enable Native Hawaiians to effectively navigate the legislative process; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Office of Hawaiian Affairs is urged to provide an annual report to the Legislature summarizing the activities, participation, and impact of these forums, as well as recommendations for further improvement; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Office of Hawaiian Affairs is requested to provide an annual report to the Legislature concerning its activities, as it pertains to educational and communal engagement opportunities regarding legislative processes; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Office of Hawaiian Affairs is urged to consider establishing an advisory group composed of Native Hawaiian leaders, educators, and policy experts to guide and enhance the effectiveness of these efforts; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that certified copies of this Concurrent Resolution be transmitted to the Chairperson of the Board of Trustees of the Office of Hawaiian Affairs and Chief Executive Officer of the Office of Hawaiian Affairs. Report Title: Office of Hawaiian Affairs; Legislative Engagement Forums
	43	+	WHEREAS, this body finds that the duties of the Office of Hawaiian Affairs include: (1) Advancing the betterment of conditions of Native Hawaiians; (2) Assessing the policies and practices of other agencies impacting Native Hawaiians; (3) Conducting advocacy efforts for Native Hawaiians; and (4) Serving as the principal public agency in the State responsible for the performance, development, and coordination of programs and activities relating to Native Hawaiians; and WHEREAS, the legislative process plays a crucial role in shaping policies and laws that directly impact the Native Hawaiian community; and WHEREAS, increasing resources and information on the legislative process available to the Native Hawaiian community will increase community engagement; and WHEREAS, increasing civic engagement and understanding of the legislative process empowers Native Hawaiians to advocate for their interests effectively; and WHEREAS, the Office of Hawaiian Affairs serves as a vital institution dedicated to improving the well-being of Native Hawaiians through advocacy, research, and community support; and WHEREAS, the Office of Hawaiian Affairs has the resources and capacity to facilitate educational initiatives that promote greater awareness and participation in the legislative process; and WHEREAS, legislative engagement forums will provide valuable opportunities for Native Hawaiians to learn about bill drafting, testimony submission, committee hearings, and other aspects of civic engagement; and WHEREAS, legislative engagement forums may be conducted through in-person workshops, virtual seminars, and outreach efforts in various communities across the State; now, therefore, BE IT RESOLVED by the Senate of the Thirty-third Legislature of the State of Hawaii, Regular Session of 2025, the House of Representatives concurring, that the Office of Hawaiian Affairs is requested to establish and provide legislative engagement forums to educate and empower the Native Hawaiian community regarding the legislative process; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Office of Hawaiian Affairs is encouraged to collaborate with community organizations, educational institutions, and legislative bodies to ensure the accessibility and effectiveness of these forums; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that these legislative engagement forums should include educational materials, workshops, and mentorship opportunities that enable Native Hawaiians to effectively navigate the legislative process; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Office of Hawaiian Affairs is urged to provide an annual report to the Legislature summarizing the activities, participation, and impact of these forums, as well as recommendations for further improvement; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Office of Hawaiian Affairs is urged to consider establishing an advisory group composed of Native Hawaiian leaders, educators, and policy experts to guide and enhance the effectiveness of these efforts; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that certified copies of this Concurrent Resolution be transmitted to the Chairperson of the Board of Trustees of the Office of Hawaiian Affairs and Chief Executive Officer of the Office of Hawaiian Affairs. OFFERED BY: _____________________________ Report Title: Office of Hawaiian Affairs; Legislative Engagement Forums
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65	65		WHEREAS, the legislative process plays a crucial role in shaping policies and laws that directly impact the Native Hawaiian community; and
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73	73		WHEREAS, increasing civic engagement and understanding of the legislative process empowers Native Hawaiians to advocate for their interests effectively; and
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77	77		WHEREAS, the Office of Hawaiian Affairs serves as a vital institution dedicated to improving the well-being of Native Hawaiians through advocacy, research, and community support; and
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81	81		WHEREAS, the Office of Hawaiian Affairs has the resources and capacity to facilitate educational initiatives that promote greater awareness and participation in the legislative process; and
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85	85		WHEREAS, legislative engagement forums will provide valuable opportunities for Native Hawaiians to learn about bill drafting, testimony submission, committee hearings, and other aspects of civic engagement; and
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89	89		WHEREAS, legislative engagement forums may be conducted through in-person workshops, virtual seminars, and outreach efforts in various communities across the State; now, therefore,
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93	93		BE IT RESOLVED by the Senate of the Thirty-third Legislature of the State of Hawaii, Regular Session of 2025, the House of Representatives concurring, that the Office of Hawaiian Affairs is requested to establish and provide legislative engagement forums to educate and empower the Native Hawaiian community regarding the legislative process; and
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97	97		BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Office of Hawaiian Affairs is encouraged to collaborate with community organizations, educational institutions, and legislative bodies to ensure the accessibility and effectiveness of these forums; and
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101	101		BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that these legislative engagement forums should include educational materials, workshops, and mentorship opportunities that enable Native Hawaiians to effectively navigate the legislative process; and
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105	105		BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Office of Hawaiian Affairs is urged to provide an annual report to the Legislature summarizing the activities, participation, and impact of these forums, as well as recommendations for further improvement; and
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109		-	BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Office of Hawaiian Affairs is requested to provide an annual report to the Legislature concerning its activities, as it pertains to educational and communal engagement opportunities regarding legislative processes; and
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117	113		BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that certified copies of this Concurrent Resolution be transmitted to the Chairperson of the Board of Trustees of the Office of Hawaiian Affairs and Chief Executive Officer of the Office of Hawaiian Affairs.
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