SB3229

Relating To The University Of Hawaii.

Final Passage·5/6/26

Hawaii SB3229 amends the University of Hawaii's funding for alumni relations, donor evaluations, and private donations.

Hawaii SB3229 amends the University of Hawaii's funding rules, allowing the board of regents to spend up to $3,000,000 annually for alumni relations, donor evaluations, and private donations. These funds must be used for public purposes and are exempt from certain chapters. The university must report to the legislature on these expenditures, detailing the use of funds, department participation, and donor evaluations. The bill takes effect upon approval.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · 5–0 · May 6
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

DDD
3
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

3 Yea

DRD

0 Nay

Calendar

Apr 29

3:10 PM

Conference Committee Meeting

Apr 28

3:00 PM

Conference Committee Meeting

History

May 8

Senate

Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 888).

May 8

Senate

Enrolled to Governor.

May 6

Senate

Passed Final Reading, as amended (CD 1). Ayes, 25; Aye(s) with reservations: none . 0 No(es): none. 0 Excused: none.