REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT A STATEWIDE FINANCIAL LITERACY CURRICULA PLAN FOR PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS.

This Senate Concurrent Resolution (SCR 66) requests the Hawaii Department of Education to create and implement a statewide financial literacy curriculum for public high school students. It requires all public high schools to offer a standalone financial literacy course as a graduation requirement starting in the 2026-2027 school year, covering topics like budgeting, saving, credit management, taxes, loans, and fraud prevention. The resolution also mandates teacher training, collaboration with external organizations, and a timeline for curriculum development by December 2025. It directly affects public high school students and educators across Hawaii, aiming to equip graduates with practical financial skills. The request does not impose new legal requirements but guides the Department of Education's planning and implementation efforts.