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SR 19

RECOGNIZING THE FIFTIETH ANNIVERSARY OF THE RESTORATION OF AHUʻENA HEIAU AND AFFIRMING ITS UNPARALLELED ROLE IN THE SPIRITUAL, POLITICAL, AND CULTURAL HISTORY OF THE STATE.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Lorraine Inouye and 3 co-sponsors

Hawaii legislature commemorates 50th anniversary of Ahūʻena Heiau restoration, formally recognizing its spiritual and cultural significance to the state.

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Bill Summary · SR 19

Legislative bill overview

SR 19 is a symbolic resolution commemorating the 50th anniversary of the restoration of Ahūʻena Heiau, a significant Hawaiian temple site. The resolution formally recognizes the heiau's importance to Hawaii's spiritual, political, and cultural heritage and affirms its historical significance to the state.

Why is this important

Ahūʻena Heiau holds deep cultural meaning for Native Hawaiians and represents an important restoration effort in Hawaiian cultural revitalization. Symbolic resolutions like this can elevate public awareness of Hawaiian history, strengthen cultural identity, and validate indigenous heritage within the legislative record, though they carry no binding legal authority.

Potential points of contention

  • Symbolic vs. substantive action: Critics may argue that resolutions alone do little to address ongoing Hawaiian sovereignty issues, land rights, or resource allocation without accompanying legislation or funding
  • Scope of recognition: Questions may arise about whether this specific heiau deserves statewide legislative attention compared to other culturally significant Hawaiian sites across the islands
  • Implementation gaps: The resolution affirms importance but doesn't specify what concrete measures, protections, or resources will support the heiau's preservation and continued cultural use

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

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