Bill · H.Res. 1330· House(119-HRES-1330)

Recognizing the 120th anniversary of the immigration of Filipinos to Hawai'i.

Age: 50 years

Hawaii

Introduced: 5/29/2026
Last activity: 5/29/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Sponsored by: Jill Tokuda
Cosponsors: - 8 - 1

Government Operations and Politics

Introduced
In Committee

A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.

What this bill would do

This resolution commemorates the 120th anniversary of the immigration of Filipino plantation workers to Hawai'i. It recognizes the Sakadas, who began arriving in 1906 to work in the sugar and pineapple plantation economy. The text highlights their role in igniting the labor movement and their cultural contributions to the islands. It also notes the establishment of significant Filipino American communities in Hawai'i. Finally, the resolution honors these individuals for their lasting impact on the state's history and identity.

Yes· 3 of 4

Would Asian Americans be better off under this?+5
The resolution honors the historical contributions and cultural legacy of the Filipino American community in Hawai'i.
Would immigrants be better off under this?+5
The resolution commemorates the bravery and perseverance of immigrant workers who built new lives in a new land.
Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?+5
The resolution recognizes the historical struggles against racial discrimination and systemic exploitation faced by Filipino plantation workers.