Brian Schatz (D-HI)
A resolution designating September 2026 as "Hawaiian History Month" to recognize the history, culture, and contributions of Native Hawaiians and reaffirm the United States Federal trust responsibility to the Native Hawaiian Community to support their well-being.
A Democratic resolution with 1 Democratic cosponsor · See the cosponsor
Last activity — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Indian Affairs. (text: CR S5010-5011)
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This resolution officially designates September 2026 as Hawaiian History Month. It highlights the rich culture, history, and achievements of Native Hawaiians. The text recognizes past historical figures, leaders, and the illegal overthrow of the Kingdom of Hawai`i in 1893. It also reaffirms the Federal trust responsibility of the United States to support the Native Hawaiian Community. Finally, the measure encourages educational activities and federal programs to observe this designated month.
Yes· 3 of 5
- Scored +7
Would Native Americans be better off under this?
The resolution honors the history, culture, and contributions of Native Hawaiians and reaffirms the federal trust responsibility.
- Scored +5
Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?
The resolution recognizes the history, culture, and contributions of Native Hawaiians and advances reconciliation.
- Scored +3
Would students be better off under this?
Educational institutions are encouraged to observe Hawaiian History Month with educational activities.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Honoring Culture and History: The resolution designates September 2026 as Hawaiian History Month to recognize the history, culture, and contributions of Native Hawaiians. This could benefit individuals by raising public awareness and educating the public about Native Hawaiian heritage. This is explicitly found in the main resolving clause.
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Promoting Federal Support: The resolution calls on Federal agencies to promote programs established by Congress to recognize and implement the special political and trust relationship with the Native Hawaiian Community. This could positively impact the well-being of Native Hawaiians through supported programs. This is explicitly found in paragraph (5) of the resolution.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No Negative Impacts Identified: Based strictly on the text provided, there are no specific sections or provisions that outline negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would Native Americans be better off under this? — The resolution honors the history, culture, and contributions of Native Hawaiians and reaffirms the federal trust responsibility. Would students be better off under this? — Educational institutions are encouraged to observe Hawaiian History Month with educational activities.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — The resolution recognizes the history, culture, and contributions of Native Hawaiians and advances reconciliation.
- Education And Technology
- Does this put more money into public schools? — Educational institutions are encouraged to hold programs recognizing Hawaiian History Month.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — The resolution promotes public awareness and education regarding Native Hawaiian history.
- 9/24/2026
- Submitted in Senate
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Indian Affairs. (text: CR S5010-5011)
- 1 Cosponsor added.
Mazie HironoDemocrat · Hawaii