SCR 169·HI·senate
ESTABLISHING A SISTER-STATE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE STATE OF HAWAII, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, AND THE PREFECTURE OF YAMAGATA, JAPAN.
FailedFiled Mar 16, 2026
Sponsor: LEE
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Certified copies of resolutions sent, 05-12-26.
May 12, 2026
Summary
The resolution formally establishes a sister‑state relationship between the State of Hawaii and Yamagata Prefecture, Japan. It encourages cooperation in trade, tourism, education, agriculture, clean energy and cultural exchange, and asks the governor to develop agreements to carry out the partnership. The measure opens new collaborative opportunities for Hawaii’s businesses, students, farmers, tourism operators and cultural groups.
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