Honorable Robert Bunda

President of the Senate

Twenty-Third State Legislature

Regular Session of 2005

State of Hawaii

Sir:

Your Committee on Ways and Means, to which was referred S.B. No. 967, S.D. 1, entitled:

begs leave to report as follows:

The purpose of this measure is to establish a committee to determine the scope and role that a museum of Hawaiian music and dance would have in the State.

In addition, the committee would determine:

Your Committee finds that native Hawaiian culture is unique, filled with a rich history, and can contribute significantly to society. Particularly, Hawaiian music and dance demonstrate a proud statement of cultural identity. As such, your Committee believes that it is critical to preserve Hawaiian music and dance, as it serves to protect historic value while also serving the tourism industry in Hawaii.

As affirmed by the record of votes of the members of your Committee on Ways and Means that is attached to this report, your Committee is in accord with the intent and purpose of S.B. No. 967, S.D. 1, and recommends that it pass Third Reading.