Hawaiian Organic Act

After contact by British explorer James Cook during his third voyage (1776–1780), the islands became well known and Europeans came and inhabited them.

After the overthrow of the Hawaiian Kingdom in 1893, the new Republic of Hawaii government lobbied for annexation by the United States.

[3] Section 67 derived from Article 31 of the Constitution of the Republic of Hawaii (1895), was suited for disloyal subjects at odds with the annexation; demonstrating how quickly political situations can change.

A bonus will be paid to any member who travels any distance for their general session of 20 cents per mile.

A final bonus of $500 will be paid to any member who wishes to participate in any special session.

[2] Any member of the Senate or House of Representatives found guilty disorderly behavior or neglect of duty can be censured or impeached.

[6] The government of the United States has chosen to establish 18 representative districts which are as follows: Candidates to the House of Representatives must be 25 years of age, a citizen of the United States, and lived in Hawaii for at least three years.