Sen. Mazie K. Hirono

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 909 designates September 2026 as "Hawaiian History Month" to honor the history, culture, and contributions of Native Hawaiians. The resolution reaffirms the federal government's trust responsibility to support the well-being of the Native Hawaiian community. It encourages federal agencies, educational institutions, and civil society to observe the month through programs, ceremonies, and educational activities. Additionally, it calls on federal agencies to promote existing programs that implement the special political relationship with Native Hawaiians.

Maddy summaryThis resolution supports the designation of August 24 through August 28, 2026, as the fourth annual National Community Health Worker Awareness Week. It formally recognizes the contributions of community health workers, who serve as trusted intermediaries connecting individuals and communities to health and social services. The bill encourages collaboration at local, state, and federal levels to raise awareness of this workforce's role in improving public health outcomes.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution expresses support for designating the second Monday in October 2026 as "Indigenous Peoples' Day" to honor the history and culture of Native Americans. It notes that many states and municipalities already observe this day, while Columbus Day remains a federal holiday. The bill encourages citizens to participate in ceremonies that promote awareness of Indigenous contributions and explicitly supports making Indigenous Peoples' Day an official federal holiday.