HRS §8-9

Respect for Our Elders Day

Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗

This law sets aside the third Sunday of October as Respect for Our Elders Day. It is a day to honor elders with events and ceremonies, but it is not a state holiday.

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The statute, as written — Respect for Our Elders Day

A copy, taken August 20, 2026. The version published by the Legislature is the one that governs, and it may have changed since. Check it before relying on anything here.

The third Sunday of October shall be known and recognized as "Respect for Our Elders Day" during which our elders may be honored with appropriate displays, celebrations, and ceremonies. Respect for Our Elders Day shall not be taken as a state holiday.

Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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