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Recognizing Jonah Kūhiō Kalaniana‘ole's Legacy and Hawaiian Homes Commission Act

This U.S. Senate resolution commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Hawaiian Homes Commission Act of 1920, which established a homesteading program for Native Hawaiians. It highlights Delegate Jonah Kūhiō Kalaniana‘ole's pivotal role in securing approximately 200,000 acres of land in Hawaii for indigenous people, aiming to support their communities and culture. The document also reaffirms the special trust relationship between the U.S. government and Native Hawaiians.
Key points
Establishment of a homesteading program for Native Hawaiians, providing them access to land.
Affirmation of the U.S. government's commitments to Native Hawaiians, including the management of trust lands.
Recognition of Jonah Kūhiō Kalaniana‘ole's historical role in advocating for Native Hawaiian rights and interests.
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A resolution recognizing the commemorating Native Hawaiian Delegate Jonah Kuhio Kalaniana'ole's lifelong advocacy on behalf of Hawai'i and the Native Hawaiian people on the 100th anniversary of his paramount congressional achievement-the Hawaiian Homes Commission Act, 1920.
Print number: SRES 297
Sponsor: Sen. Schatz, Brian [D-HI]
Process start date: 2021-07-12