WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Sen. Brian Schatz issued the following press release:
U.S. Senators Brian Schatz (D-Hawai'i) and Mazie K. Hirono (D-Hawai'i) introduced a resolution celebrating Mahina 'Olelo Hawai'i, also known as Hawaiian Language Month.
"This February, we celebrate Mahina 'Olelo Hawai'i and the people, schools, and programs that work every day to preserve the Hawaiian language and culture," said Senator Schatz, vice chairman of the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs. "The resurgence of the Hawaiian language not only serves as a model for Indigenous communities around the world, but also as an example of the strength and resilience of the Native Hawaiian Community."
"Mahina Olelo Hawaii, Hawaiian Language month, serves as a testa...