Hawaii 2023 Regular Session

Hawaii Senate Bill SR14

Introduced
1/25/23  

Caption

Requesting All Branches Of The United States Military To Display The Hawaiian Flag On All U.s. Military Reservations And Military Training Facilities In The State.

Impact

The resolution underscores a gesture of respect from the United States military towards Hawaii's people and land. By formally requesting the display of the Hawaiian flag, it aims to foster a sense of state pride and highlight cultural recognition among military personnel. This is particularly significant as it responds to the memorandum issued by the former Secretary of Defense, which allows for state flags to be displayed in military settings, aligning military practices with state identities.

Summary

Senate Resolution SR14, introduced during the Thirty-second Legislature of Hawaii in 2023, requests that all branches of the United States military display the Hawaiian flag at military reservations and training facilities located within the state. This initiative is rooted in the historical significance of the Hawaiian flag, which has represented the islands since 1845, symbolizing the state's unique culture, values, and heritage. The resolution highlights the presence of over 300,000 military personnel based in Hawaii, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and honoring the state's identity.

Contention

While the resolution is largely symbolic and intended to enhance the representation of Hawaii within military contexts, there may be differing opinions on its practical implications. Some may view this request as strengthening the relationship between the military and the local community, while others could argue that such initiatives should be accompanied by more substantial commitments to engage with and respect local cultures beyond symbolic gestures. The resolution facilitates discussions about the role of the military in Hawaii and its responsibilities towards the state's inhabitants.

Companion Bills

HI SCR16

Same As Requesting All Branches Of The United States Military To Display The Hawaiian Flag On All U.s. Military Reservations And Military Training Facilities In The State.

Previously Filed As

HI SR185

Requesting All Branches Of The United States Military To Display The Hawaiian Flag On All United States Military Reservations And Military Training Facilities In The State.

HI SCR209

Requesting All Branches Of The United States Military To Display The Hawaiian Flag On All United States Military Reservations And Military Training Facilities In The State.

HI HR87

Requesting The Department Of Land And Natural Resources To Convene A Makua Valley Task Force To Prepare For The Transition Of The Management Of The Makua Military Reservation From The United States Army To The State.

HI HCR106

Requesting The Department Of Land And Natural Resources To Convene A Makua Valley Task Force To Prepare For The Transition Of The Management Of The Makua Military Reservation From The United States Army To The State.

HI HCR218

Requesting The United States Department Of Defense To Provide An Annual Report To The Legislature On The Availability And Affordability Of Military Housing In Hawaii.

HI HR198

Requesting The United States Department Of Defense To Provide An Annual Report To The Legislature On The Availability And Affordability Of Military Housing In Hawaii.

HI SB617

Relating To The Hawaiian Flag.

HI HCR216

Urging The United States Department Of Defense To Decrease The Overall Number Of Military Members Stationed In Hawaii And To Increase The Percentage Of Military Members Stationed In Hawaii Who Are Unmarried Or Have No Accompanying Dependents.

HI HR196

Urging The United States Department Of Defense To Decrease The Overall Number Of Military Members Stationed In Hawaii And To Increase The Percentage Of Military Members Stationed In Hawaii Who Are Unmarried Or Have No Accompanying Dependents.

HI SB3016

Relating To The Hawaiian Flag.

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