STAND. COM. REP. NO. 15-24

Honolulu, Hawaii

, 2024

RE: H.B. No. 1950

Honorable Scott K. Saiki

Speaker, House of Representatives

Thirty-Second State Legislature

Regular Session of 2024

State of Hawaii

Sir:

Your Committee on Culture, Arts, & International Affairs, to which was referred H.B. No. 1950 entitled:

"A BILL FOR AN ACT RELATING TO KIMCHI DAY,"

begs leave to report as follows:

The purpose of this measure is to designate November 22 of each year as "Kimchi Day" in the State.

Your Committee received testimony in support of this measure from one individual. Your Committee received testimony in opposition to this measure from one individual.

Your Committee finds that Korean Americans have contributed greatly to the diverse and vibrant culture of the State. Your Committee additionally finds that kimchi is a traditional Korean dish with a long history in Korea and many health benefits. By recognizing Kimchi Day annually, the State can celebrate and give thanks for this culinary contribution of Korean culture.

As affirmed by the record of votes of the members of your Committee on Culture, Arts, & International Affairs that is attached to this report, your Committee is in accord with the intent and purpose of H.B. No. 1950 and recommends that it pass Second Reading and be referred to your Committee on Judiciary & Hawaiian Affairs.

Respectfully submitted on behalf of the members of the Committee on Culture, Arts, & International Affairs,

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ADRIAN K. TAM, Chair