Informing the Legislature that on March 27, 2026, the Governor signed the following bill into law: SB3123 SD1 (ACT 002).

This bill clarifies that private scholarships and educational awards are considered conditional gifts rather than contractual obligations, unless explicitly stated otherwise in writing. It directly affects private pre-K through K-12 schools, students, donors, and families receiving educational support in Hawaii. The law allows schools to set eligibility criteria like academic performance and conduct standards without creating legal liability for terminating awards if conditions aren't met. This change aims to encourage charitable giving by removing uncertainty about legal claims while maintaining flexibility for donors and institutions to specify requirements.