Native Hawaiian Government Reorganization Act

The Native Hawaiian Government Reorganization Act, also known as the Akaka Bill, was proposed legislation in the United States. Its primary aim was to establish a Native Hawaiian governing body. This entity would then be empowered to negotiate with both the state and federal governments on matters concerning land, assets, and natural resources. The bill was sponsored by Senators Daniel Akaka and Daniel Inouye. While it has not been passed by the U.S. Senate, the Office of Hawaiian Affairs has initiated a process to register Native Hawaiians for participation in a new governing body. This movement is part of a broader sovereignty movement among Native Hawaiians, who seek legal restoration of sovereignty or reparations for the U.S. takeover of their kingdom.12