Education

in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 10, 2026

HB 2304: RELATING TO PRIVATE SUPPORT OF EDUCATION.

Clarifies that free tuition at private educational institutions are to be considered conditional gifts that support educational advancements rather than contractual obligations. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationClarifies private tuition as conditional gifts supporting educational advancements, enabling donor support without contractual obligations, thus facilitating educational funding mechanisms.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

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in committee · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 98: RELATING TO AUTHENTIC ASSESSMENTS.

HB 98 authorizes public school complexes to use authentic assessments - such as student projects, presentations, or real-world tasks - instead of traditional tests for classroom performance evaluations. This policy change directly affects public schools and students by shifting how learning is measured in day-to-day teaching. The bill requires schools to incorporate these methods into regular classroom assessments, moving away from standardized testing for certain evaluations. It takes effect on July 1, 3000, as stated in the official abstract.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill replaces standardized testing with project-based assessments, enhancing curriculum flexibility and student evaluation methods per bill summary.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

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passed · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 754: RELATING TO COMMUNITY SCHOOLS.

HB 754 allocates state funds to the Department of Education to support community schools and creates a dedicated program manager position. The bill directly affects community schools by providing financial resources and administrative oversight through the new role. Key provisions include funding for school-based services and a designated manager to coordinate programs. The bill becomes effective July 1, 3000 (as noted in the abstract). This is a funding measure focused on operational support, not policy changes.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates state funds to community schools via appropriation, directly increasing budget allocation for public education services.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAllocates state funds to DOE for community schools, creates program manager, and funds school-based services - directly advancing operational support and resources for K-12 community schools.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

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passed · Hawaii · Senate Dec 8, 2025

SB 1391: RELATING TO EDUCATION.

Appropriates funds to the Department of Education for teacher‑requested classroom supplies; provided that the private sector contributes matching funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates state funds for education supplies with private matching, increasing public service funding under Budget & Taxes.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAppropriates state funds for teacher-requested classroom supplies with private matching, directly advancing school resource access and teacher support.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

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passed · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 88: RELATING TO STUDENT ATHLETES.

Requires the Department of Education to establish and administer a three-year student athlete travel pilot program to provide funding for intra-county travel expenses for student athletes of counties with a population of less than 500,000. Appropriates funds. Repeals 6/30/28. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationAppropriates funds for student athlete travel expenses through Department of Education pilot program, directly funding school sports programs within K-12 education framework.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

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in committee · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 249: RELATING TO EARLY LEARNING.

Appropriates funds for the Executive Office on Early Learning to contract with third-party providers of family-child interaction learning programs. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill appropriates funds for early learning programs, directly supporting educational access and early childhood education within the topic scope.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

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passed · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 1188: RELATING TO TEACHER WORKFORCE HOUSING.

Establishes a Teacher Workforce Housing Stipend Program to support teacher retention at public and charter schools classified as hard-to-staff. Requires reports to the Legislature. Amends the purpose and uses of the Teachers' Housing Revolving Fund. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates funds for teacher housing stipends, directly funding a workforce program under budget management.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationEstablishes stipend program for teacher retention in hard-to-staff schools, directly supporting educator workforce stability through funding and program creation.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingFunds teacher housing stipends via new program and amends revolving fund, directly supporting affordable housing for educators.92% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentFunds teacher housing stipends to improve retention at hard-to-staff schools, directly supporting workforce employment conditions through housing assistance.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

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in committee · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 861: RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.

Designates student transportation as critical infrastructure and a critical service for Hawaii's public education system. Requires all school bus contracts between the State and the contractor to include certain standards, performance metrics, and accountability requirements to prevent service disruptions. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationDesignates student transportation as critical infrastructure, ensuring reliable access to schools and preventing service disruptions that impact educational access.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationDesignates student transportation as critical infrastructure with mandatory standards to prevent service disruptions, strengthening transportation system reliability and accountability.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

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in committee · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 757: RELATING TO EDUCATION.

Beginning with the 2025-2026 school year, requires the Department of Education to provide free breakfast and lunch to all students enrolled in department schools. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates universal free school meals for all K-12 students, appropriates funds to expand access and support student well-being through direct education funding.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

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in committee · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 617: RELATING TO NURSING.

HB 617 appropriates state funds to establish a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree program at the University of Hawaii Maui College, effective July 1, 3000. The bill directly affects UH Maui College students and nursing education in Maui County by creating a new academic pathway for nursing degrees. Its key provision is the allocation of dedicated state funding to develop and operate this specific degree program. The bill does not alter existing nursing regulations or licensure requirements, focusing solely on program establishment through state appropriations.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationAllocates state funds for a new BSN program at UH Maui College, directly expanding higher education access and funding for nursing education.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareFunds BSN program at UH Maui College, directly supporting nursing workforce development and healthcare education through state appropriation.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

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