Akaka Bill

The Akaka Bill is legislation proposed in the U.S. Congress aimed at establishing a process for Native Hawaiians to form their own government and gain recognized sovereignty, similar to a Native American tribe. It seeks to address issues related to land, cultural preservation, and self-governance by creating a legal framework for Native Hawaiians to organize and potentially gain federal recognition. The bill acknowledges Native Hawaiians as a distinct indigenous group but has been debated due to concerns about impacts on state sovereignty and the rights of all residents in Hawaii.