Authorizes annual state funding for the East-West Center, exempts it from certain state fund requirements.

This bill authorizes the State of Hawaii to provide an annual appropriation to the East-West Center, exempting it from specific state fund requirements. The Center, a non-profit public corporation, is tasked with fostering cultural and technical interchange between East and West. The bill mandates that the Center be licensed, comply with anti-discrimination laws, and refrain from using funds for entertainment or lobbying. It also requires the Comptroller and State Auditor to examine the use of these funds.

Authorizes annual state funding for the East-West Center, exempts it from certain state fund requirements.

This bill authorizes the State of Hawaii to provide an annual appropriation to the East-West Center, exempting it from specific state fund requirements. The Center, a non-profit public corporation, is tasked with fostering cultural and technical interchange between East and West. The bill mandates that the Center be licensed, comply with anti-discrimination laws, and refrain from using funds for entertainment or lobbying. It also requires the Comptroller and State Auditor to examine the use of these funds.