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SCR 61

RECOGNIZING AND EXPRESSING APPRECIATION FOR THE UNITED STATES ARMED FORCES' CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE STATE'S EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS, RESPONSE CAPACITY, AND COMMUNITY RESILIENCE.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Carol Fukunaga and 2 co-sponsors

Hawaii legislature officially recognizes U.S. Armed Forces' contributions to the state's emergency preparedness and disaster response capabilities through a symbolic concurrent resolution.

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Bill Summary · SCR 61

Legislative bill overview

SCR 61 is a concurrent resolution that formally recognizes and expresses appreciation for the United States Armed Forces' contributions to Hawaii's emergency preparedness, disaster response capacity, and community resilience. The bill does not establish new law or allocate funding but serves as an official legislative statement of gratitude for military support during emergencies and ongoing civil-military partnerships.

Why is this important

Hawaii faces unique emergency challenges due to its geographic isolation, natural disaster vulnerability, and limited local resources, making military support for disaster response and preparedness measurably significant. Official recognition of this partnership can strengthen ongoing collaboration between state and federal military entities while acknowledging public service contributions that many constituents may not fully recognize.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of "appreciation" resolutions: Critics may view this as legislative time spent on symbolic gestures rather than substantive policy, particularly if concrete emergency preparedness funding or reforms are pending
  • Civil-military relations clarity: Some may question whether blanket appreciation statements could obscure oversight responsibilities or accountability for specific military operations or decisions affecting the state
  • Selectivity of recognition: The resolution's focus on armed forces might prompt questions about whether other emergency responders (fire, police, emergency management) receive equivalent legislative recognition

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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