DESIGNATING THE STATE AS A PURPLE HEART STATE.

This concurrent resolution designates the State of Hawaii as a "Purple Heart State" to honor military personnel awarded the Purple Heart for combat wounds, death, or captivity. It does not create new laws or funding but formally recognizes Hawaii's support for veterans through legislative action. The resolution directs certified copies to the Governor and the Department of Defense's Veteran Services office. This symbolic gesture directly affects Purple Heart recipients and veterans in Hawaii by affirming state-level appreciation for their service.