S.Res. 625 · Where this bill is now
In committee
Introduced in the Senate, sent to the Committee on the Judiciary, Mar 2, 2026
What this bill does
In plain words · AI-written from the official summaryRecognizes February 2026 as Hawaiian Language Month
This is a commemorative resolution that designates February 2026 as Hawaiian Language Month, also known as 'Ōlelo Hawai'i Month. It's a way for Congress to formally recognize and honor the Hawaiian language during that month.
How it affects you
This is a ceremonial recognition rather than a law that changes day-to-day life. It doesn't create new programs or requirements, but it does give official recognition to efforts to preserve and celebrate the Hawaiian language.
Read the official summary (Introduced in Senate, Mar 2, 2026)
This resolution designates February 2026 as Hawaiian Language Month or 'Ōlelo Hawai'i Month.
Written by AI (Claude) using only the official summary by the Congressional Research Service, the Library of Congress’s nonpartisan research staff. It can miss nuance, so check the official summary and the bill text for details.
2nd SessionS.Res. 625
RESOLUTION
A resolution designating February 2026 as "Hawaiian Language Month" or "Olelo Hawai'i Month".
Sponsor: Sen. Brian Schatz (D-HI) · Introduced Mar 2, 2026 · Native Americans · 1 version of the text
Sources: Congress.gov actions and votes · bill text from GovInfo · latest official action Mar 2, 2026: “Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S735)”