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HRS §8-16

Peace Day

This section sets aside September 21 each year as Peace Day to promote peace and education, but it is not a state holiday. It encourages everyone to observe and celebrate peace on that day.

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The statute, as written — Peace Day

September 21 of each year shall be known and recognized as "Peace Day" to promote peace programs, improve international relations, and increase educational awareness of peace; provided that this day is not and shall not be construed to be a state holiday. All citizens shall be encouraged to observe and celebrate the blessings of peace and endeavor to create peace on Peace Day.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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