ENCOURAGING THE HAWAII SISTER-STATE COMMITTEE TO CONSIDER THE INITIATION OF A SISTER-STATE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN HAWAII AND THE SPANISH PROVINCE OF THE BALEARIC ISLANDS.

This Senate Concurrent Resolution urges the Hawaii Sister-State Committee to recommend establishing a sister-state relationship between Hawaii and the Spanish province of the Balearic Islands. The bill highlights significant similarities between the two regions, including comparable populations, heavy reliance on tourism, and shared challenges like housing shortages and environmental concerns. It notes that both areas are exploring similar policies to manage visitor impact and promote sustainability, suggesting a partnership could facilitate the exchange of ideas on these issues. If the committee recommends the relationship, the Legislature may formally adopt it through a concurrent resolution or session law.