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HB 1385

RELATING TO THE STATE FLAG.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Terez Amato and 2 co-sponsors

HB 1385 proposes changes to Hawaii's state flag design, advancing through committee review before being carried to the 2026 legislative session for further consideration.

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Bill Summary · HB 1385

Legislative bill overview

HB 1385 relates to modifications of Hawaii's state flag, though the specific proposed changes are not detailed in the provided legislative history. The bill was introduced in January 2025, passed first reading, and was referred to the Committee on Consumer Affairs (CAA) and Finance (FIN) before being carried over to the 2026 session.

Why is this important

State flags carry significant symbolic weight as representations of state identity and history. Any modifications to a state flag can be controversial, touching on issues of cultural representation, historical acknowledgment, and civic symbolism that resonate with citizens and stakeholders.

Potential points of contention

  • Historical and cultural symbolism: Hawaii's current flag incorporates the British Union Jack, which some view as problematic given Hawaii's colonial history, while others see it as representing historical relationships
  • Cost and implementation: Changing official state flags requires updating government materials, documents, and symbols across agencies and institutions
  • Stakeholder consensus: Decisions about state symbols may face opposition from those who value current traditions versus those advocating for change reflecting modern values or indigenous Hawaiian perspectives

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

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