Hawaii 2025 Regular Session

Hawaii Senate Bill SB1344 Compare Versions

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1	1	THE SENATE S.B. NO. 1344 THIRTY-THIRD LEGISLATURE, 2025 STATE OF HAWAII A BILL FOR AN ACT RELATING TO THE CENTER FOR CULTURAL AND TECHNICAL INTERCHANGE BETWEEN EAST AND WEST, INC. BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF HAWAII:
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3	3	THE SENATE S.B. NO. 1344
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31	31	A BILL FOR AN ACT
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37	37	RELATING TO THE CENTER FOR CULTURAL AND TECHNICAL INTERCHANGE BETWEEN EAST AND WEST, INC.
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43	43	BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF HAWAII:
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47	47	SECTION 1. The legislature finds that the Center for Cultural and Technical Interchange Between East and West Act of 1960, P.L. 86-472, authorized the establishment in Hawaii of a center for cultural and technical interchange between East and West. Act 82, Session Laws of Hawaii 1975, established an educational non-profit public corporation, the Center for Cultural and Technical Interchange Between East and West, Inc., to administer and operate the center. The legislature further finds that the established center for cultural and technical interchange between East and West, better known and hereinafter referred to as the "East-West Center", has become a pivotal institution in fostering understanding and cooperation between the United States and the nations of Asia and the Pacific. Hawaii's unique geographical location and multicultural heritage make it an ideal location for promoting international relations, particularly within the Asia-Pacific region. For over six decades, the East-West Center has significantly contributed to Hawaii's role as a bridge between the East and West, enhancing the state's position in international affairs. The legislature further finds that the East-West Center's programs in research, education, and exchange have directly benefited Hawaii's economy, culture, and diplomatic relations. While the federal government has provided significant funding to the East-West Center, this federal support has fluctuated over the years. The legislature recognizes that the center would benefit from regular, predictable State resources to support the development of programs and initiatives that align with Hawaii's strategic goals in international relations, education, and economic development. Therefore, the purpose of this Act is to authorize from the general revenues of the State of Hawaii and exempt from the requirements of chapter 42F, Hawaii Revised Statutes, an annual appropriation in the State's executive budget to the Center for Cultural and Technical Interchange Between East and West, Inc. SECTION 2. Chapter 201, Hawaii Revised Statutes, is amended by adding a new section to part I to be appropriately designated and to read as follows: "§201- East-West center. (a) The official designation of the Center for Cultural and Technical Interchange Between East and West, Inc., a Hawaii educational non-profit public corporation established in Hawaii pursuant to Act 82, Session Laws of Hawaii 1975, shall be the State of Hawaii Center for Cultural and Technical Interchange Between East and West, Inc. The qualifying standards and conditions related to the receipt of funds under chapter 42F shall not apply to funds received by the State of Hawaii Center for Cultural and Technical Interchange Between East and West, Inc.; provided that if the center contracts with a recipient or provider, then the qualifying standards, conditions, and other provisions of chapter 42F shall apply to the recipient or provider and the contract. (b) To receive state funds, the State of Hawaii Center for Cultural and Technical Interchange Between East and West, Inc., shall: (1) Be licensed or accredited, in accordance with federal, state, or county statutes, rules, or ordinances, to conduct the activities or provide the services for which funds are appropriated; (2) Comply with all applicable federal and state laws prohibiting discrimination against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, age, sexual orientation, or disability; (3) Agree not to use the funds for entertainment or lobbying activities; (4) Be incorporated under the laws of the State; (5) Have bylaws or policies that describe the manner in which the activities or services for which funds are awarded shall be conducted or provided; (6) Have been determined and designated to be a tax-exempt organization by the Internal Revenue Service; and (7) Have a governing board whose members shall have no material conflict of interest and serve without compensation. (c) The comptroller and state auditor shall have the authority to examine the use of funds appropriated to the State of Hawaii Center for Cultural and Technical Interchange Between East and West, Inc." SECTION 4. This Act and its designation of State support shall not impinge upon the autonomy of the State of Hawaii Center for Cultural and Technical Interchange Between East and West, Inc., nor imply State control over its programs or policies, except as specifically provided for in section 2 of this Act. SECTION 5. New statutory material is underscored. SECTION 6. This Act shall take effect on July 1, 2025. INTRODUCED BY: _____________________________ BY REQUEST
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49	49	SECTION 1. The legislature finds that the Center for Cultural and Technical Interchange Between East and West Act of 1960, P.L. 86-472, authorized the establishment in Hawaii of a center for cultural and technical interchange between East and West. Act 82, Session Laws of Hawaii 1975, established an educational non-profit public corporation, the Center for Cultural and Technical Interchange Between East and West, Inc., to administer and operate the center.
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51	51	The legislature further finds that the established center for cultural and technical interchange between East and West, better known and hereinafter referred to as the "East-West Center", has become a pivotal institution in fostering understanding and cooperation between the United States and the nations of Asia and the Pacific. Hawaii's unique geographical location and multicultural heritage make it an ideal location for promoting international relations, particularly within the Asia-Pacific region. For over six decades, the East-West Center has significantly contributed to Hawaii's role as a bridge between the East and West, enhancing the state's position in international affairs.
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53	53	The legislature further finds that the East-West Center's programs in research, education, and exchange have directly benefited Hawaii's economy, culture, and diplomatic relations. While the federal government has provided significant funding to the East-West Center, this federal support has fluctuated over the years. The legislature recognizes that the center would benefit from regular, predictable State resources to support the development of programs and initiatives that align with Hawaii's strategic goals in international relations, education, and economic development.
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55	55	Therefore, the purpose of this Act is to authorize from the general revenues of the State of Hawaii and exempt from the requirements of chapter 42F, Hawaii Revised Statutes, an annual appropriation in the State's executive budget to the Center for Cultural and Technical Interchange Between East and West, Inc.
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57	57	SECTION 2. Chapter 201, Hawaii Revised Statutes, is amended by adding a new section to part I to be appropriately designated and to read as follows:
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59	59	"§201- East-West center. (a) The official designation of the Center for Cultural and Technical Interchange Between East and West, Inc., a Hawaii educational non-profit public corporation established in Hawaii pursuant to Act 82, Session Laws of Hawaii 1975, shall be the State of Hawaii Center for Cultural and Technical Interchange Between East and West, Inc. The qualifying standards and conditions related to the receipt of funds under chapter 42F shall not apply to funds received by the State of Hawaii Center for Cultural and Technical Interchange Between East and West, Inc.; provided that if the center contracts with a recipient or provider, then the qualifying standards, conditions, and other provisions of chapter 42F shall apply to the recipient or provider and the contract.
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61	61	(b) To receive state funds, the State of Hawaii Center for Cultural and Technical Interchange Between East and West, Inc., shall:
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63	63	(1) Be licensed or accredited, in accordance with federal, state, or county statutes, rules, or ordinances, to conduct the activities or provide the services for which funds are appropriated;
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65	65	(2) Comply with all applicable federal and state laws prohibiting discrimination against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, age, sexual orientation, or disability;
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67	67	(3) Agree not to use the funds for entertainment or lobbying activities;
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69	69	(4) Be incorporated under the laws of the State;
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71	71	(5) Have bylaws or policies that describe the manner in which the activities or services for which funds are awarded shall be conducted or provided;
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73	73	(6) Have been determined and designated to be a tax-exempt organization by the Internal Revenue Service; and
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75	75	(7) Have a governing board whose members shall have no material conflict of interest and serve without compensation.
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77	77	(c) The comptroller and state auditor shall have the authority to examine the use of funds appropriated to the State of Hawaii Center for Cultural and Technical Interchange Between East and West, Inc."
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79	79	SECTION 4. This Act and its designation of State support shall not impinge upon the autonomy of the State of Hawaii Center for Cultural and Technical Interchange Between East and West, Inc., nor imply State control over its programs or policies, except as specifically provided for in section 2 of this Act.
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81	81	SECTION 5. New statutory material is underscored.
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83	83	SECTION 6. This Act shall take effect on July 1, 2025.
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100	100	Report Title: East-West Center; Center for Cultural and Technical Interchange Between East and West, Inc.; Chapter 42F, Hawaii Revised Statutes; General Fund Appropriations Description: Designates the Center for Cultural and Technical Interchange Between East and West, Inc., as the State of Hawaii Center for Cultural and Technical Interchange Between East and West, Inc. Authorizes General Fund appropriations exempt from the requirements of chapter 42F, Hawaii Revised Statutes, to the State of Hawaii Center for Cultural and Technical Interchange Between East and West, Inc. The summary description of legislation appearing on this page is for informational purposes only and is not legislation or evidence of legislative intent.
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116	116	Designates the Center for Cultural and Technical Interchange Between East and West, Inc., as the State of Hawaii Center for Cultural and Technical Interchange Between East and West, Inc. Authorizes General Fund appropriations exempt from the requirements of chapter 42F, Hawaii Revised Statutes, to the State of Hawaii Center for Cultural and Technical Interchange Between East and West, Inc.
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124	124	The summary description of legislation appearing on this page is for informational purposes only and is not legislation or evidence of legislative intent.