SB1234

Allows Hawaii departments and agencies to form intergovernmental and partnership agreements to achieve goals.

The bill amends Hawaii Revised Statutes to allow departments and agencies to enter into intergovernmental agreements with other governmental bodies and partnership agreements with private-sector entities or nonprofits. These agreements must align with statutory mandates, promote public benefits, and comply with state policy goals. They must also be reviewed by the attorney general for form and legality. Departments and agencies must report on these agreements to the legislature every session.