HCR 123 Summary

• Establishes a sister-state/province relationship between Hawaii and the Province of Aklan in the Republic of the Philippines, building on existing relationships with other Philippine provinces.

• Requests the Hawaii Sister-State Committee to review and consider the establishment of this relationship, with the Governor or designee to keep the Legislature informed of the formalization process.

• Grants Province of Aklan the privileges and honors extended to Hawaii's other sister-states and provinces.

• Requires the sister-state relationship to reach a sustainable basis providing mutual economic benefits through local community support by June 30, 2020, or face withdrawal.

• Directs certified copies be transmitted to federal officials, the Philippine President and Honolulu Consulate General, Aklan's provincial government, Hawaii's Governor, and relevant state departments.