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SCR 125

REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO DESIGNATE KALAELOA AIRPORT AS THE ABIGAIL K.K. KAWANANAKOA AIRPORT.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Ron Kouchi

Hawaii requests renaming Kalaeloa Airport to honor Abigail K.K. Kawananakoa, requiring statewide institutional and documentation updates to reflect the new name.

The committee(s) on TCA deleted the measure from the public hearing scheduled on 04-01-25 3:01PM; CR 224 & Videoconference.
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Bill Summary · SCR 125

Legislative bill overview

SCR 125 is a concurrent resolution requesting that Hawaii's Department of Transportation officially rename Kalaeloa Airport to "Abigail K.K. Kawananakoa Airport." The bill honors a member of the prominent Kawananakoa family, who have deep historical ties to Hawaii.

Why is this important

Airport naming carries symbolic significance and represents official recognition of individuals the state deems worthy of commemoration. This reflects Hawaii's cultural and historical priorities, though the practical impact is primarily ceremonial—changing signage, official documents, and institutional records statewide.

Potential points of contention

  • Historical accuracy concerns: Questions may arise about Abigail K.K. Kawananakoa's specific contributions or public service record that merit this honor compared to other candidates
  • Cost and resources: Renaming infrastructure requires updating signage, maps, websites, air traffic control systems, and official documentation across multiple agencies
  • Naming precedent: The decision could establish expectations for renaming other public facilities for other prominent families or individuals, raising equity questions about whose legacies receive official recognition

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

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