Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 3280: RELATING TO INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 3280 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii Senate on January 30, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS. Primary sponsor: Donovan Dela Cruz (Democratic), Stanley Chang (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 2, 2026): Referred to WLA/EDT, WAM.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Authorizes the Governor and Legislature to enter into nonbinding international cooperative agreements with foreign national governments, foreign subnational jurisdictions, and regional intergovernmental partners. Authorizes the Hawaii Sister-State and International Partnerships Commission to review proposals for sister-state or province partnerships and international cooperative agreements.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Donovan Dela Cruz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 17 |
| Stanley Chang | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Referred to WLA/EDT, WAM.
- Introduced.
- Passed First Reading.