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Honoring 125 Years Since Organized Okinawan Immigration

Last scannedAug 23, 2026, 4:15 AM

In one sentence

This resolution marks the 125th anniversary of organized immigration from Okinawa to the United States and recognizes the historic contributions of people with Okinawan heritage.

What it does

  • Recognizes that January 8, 1900, marked the arrival of the first group of contract laborers from Okinawa in Honolulu, Hawaii.
  • Lists specific achievements by individuals of Okinawan descent in government, business, the military, education, and the arts.
  • Notes the role of American soldiers of Okinawan heritage during World War II, including service alongside Japanese American nisei soldiers in combat units and translation work that helped save lives.
  • Highlights community groups called Kenjinkai located in over 50 places across the United States.
  • Urges people in the United States to hold programs and activities to honor this anniversary.

Who it affects

  • People of Okinawan descent living in the United States
  • The House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, which received the resolution for review

Limits and unknowns

  • This resolution does not create new laws or spend money.
  • The final outcome depends on actions taken by Congress after committee review.
  • The text lists specific individuals and events but does not cover every person of Okinawan heritage.

Plain language

Terms to know

Kenjinkai
Community cultural organizations formed by people from Okinawa to promote collaboration.
Nisei
Second-generation Japanese Americans who served alongside soldiers of Okinawan heritage in World War II units mentioned in the text.

Official record

Sources

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Official summary

This resolution recognizes the historic contributions of Okinawan Americans to the United States and urges the people of the United States to honor the 125th anniversary of Okinawan immigration to the United States.

Official activity

Bill history

  1. Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.House floor actions
  2. Submitted in HouseLibrary of Congress
  3. Submitted in HouseLibrary of Congress