HRS §5-9
State motto
This section makes the Hawaiian phrase the official state motto and gives its English translation. It does not create any duties or rules for residents.
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The statute, as written — State motto
The motto "Ua mau ke ea o ka aina i ka pono", is adopted, established, and designated as the official motto of the State. It is translated into English to mean "The life of the land is perpetuated in righteousness".
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