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BillTracker

Bill Tracker is a quick summary of the status of various federal legislative initiatives that may impact community development for Native Hawaiians. Through Bill Tracker, we are able to distribute relevant data and assist organizations to stay abreast of current public policy issues primarily in the areas of health, housing, education and federal recognition.

Timeline for Legislative Session

The State Legislative Session occurs January – May.  During the legislative session, various bills are introduced and the public is invited to comment on the bills in front of the legislature before voting occurs.  To see a summary of the actions that take places throughout the legislative sessions, please click here.

List of Bills

August 2005 - S. 147 & H.R. 309

Federal Recognition of Native Hawaiians: To express the policy of the United States regarding the United States’ relationship with Native Hawaiians and to provide a process for the recognition by the United States of the Native Hawaiian governing entity. Click here for more information.

March 2005 - S. 147 & H.R. 309

The Native Hawaiian Government Reorganization Act of 2005:  To express the policy of the United States regarding the United States’ relationship with Native Hawaiians and to provide a process for the recognition by the United States of the Native Hawaiian governing entity.

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