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S. 344 (108th)

Native Hawaiian Recognition Act of 2003

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Introduced

11 February 2003

Last action

21 April 2004 · Reported

Status

Committee on Indian Affairs. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.

Sponsors

Sen. Akaka, Daniel K. [D-HI], Sen. Inouye, Daniel K. [D-HI], Sen. Reid, Harry [D-NV], Sen. Stevens, Ted [R-AK], Sen. Hatch, Orrin G. [R-UT], Sen. Smith, Gordon H. [R-OR], Sen. Campbell, Ben Nighthorse [R-CO], Sen. Carper, Thomas R. [D-DE]

Subjects

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Source updated

20 June 2025

Summary

Establishes the U.S. Office for Native Hawaiian Relations (Office) within the Office of the Secretary of the Interior. Establishes the Native Hawaiian Interagency Coordinating Group to: (1) coordinate Federal programs and policies or actions that may significantly or uniquely affect Native Hawaiian resources, rights, or lands; (2) assure that each Federal agency develops a policy on consultation with Native Hawaiians; and (3) assure the participation of such agencies in the development of an annual report to Congress. Recognizes the right of the Native Hawaiian people to adopt organic governing documents. Provides that following the organization and election of a Native Hawaiian government and the adoption of such documents, the duly elected Native Hawaiian government shall submit those documents to the Secretary. Requires the Secretary to certify that: (1) such documents meet specified certifications; and (2) the State of Hawaii supports the recognition of such Native Hawaiian government as evidenced by a resolution or act of the Hawaiian State legislature. Extends Federal recognition to the government as the representative governing body of the Native Hawaiian people upon election of officers and certification by the Secretary. Authorizes the United States, upon Federal recognition of the Native Hawaiian government, to enter into an agreement with the State and such government regarding the transfer of lands, resources, and assets dedicated to Native Hawaiian use.

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Timeline

  1. 11 February 2003

    Introduced

    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Indian Affairs. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2202-2204)

    Source: IntroReferral

  2. 11 February 2003

    Introduced

    Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S2201-2202)

    Source: IntroReferral

  3. 11 February 2003

    Introduced

    Introduced in Senate

    Source: IntroReferral

  4. 25 February 2003

    Committee

    Committee on Indian Affairs. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 108-27.

    Source: Committee

  5. 14 May 2003

    Reported

    Committee on Indian Affairs. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.

    Source: Committee

  6. 27 June 2003

    Calendars

    Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 185.

    Source: Calendars

  7. 27 June 2003

    Reported

    Committee on Indian Affairs. Reported by Senator Campbell with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 108-85.

    Source: Committee

  8. 27 June 2003

    Reported

    Committee on Indian Affairs. Reported by Senator Campbell with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 108-85.

    Source: Committee

  9. 2 July 2003

    Reported

    Star Print ordered on the reported bill.

    Source: Floor

  10. 21 April 2004

    Reported

    Committee on Indian Affairs. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.

    Source: Committee

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  • Reported to Senate (text)

    Reported to Senate · EN · 27 June 2003

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    Reported to Senate · EN · 27 June 2003

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  • Reported to Senate with amendment(s)

    summary · EN · 27 June 2003

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    Introduced in Senate · EN · 11 February 2003

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