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passed · Hawaii · House Mar 10, 2026

HB 2489: RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.

Appropriates moneys to establish a bachelor's degree program in American Sign Language interpretation at the University of Hawaii Manoa campus with a multi-year plan to include a master's degree program for interpreter training. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationAppropriates funds to establish ASL interpreter bachelor's and master's programs at University of Hawaii, directly expanding higher education access and training opportunities in a specialized field.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

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passed · Hawaii · House Mar 10, 2026

HB 1925: RELATING TO CLIMATE EDUCATION.

Authorizes the Department of Education to establish a climate literacy certificate program to provide students with an advanced understanding of climate change through academic coursework and hands-on learning. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates climate literacy certificate program enhancing curriculum and student learning within education system, advancing educational access and curriculum development.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates climate literacy education program to advance student understanding of climate change, directly promoting environmental awareness and education as per topic indicators.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

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passed · Hawaii · House Mar 10, 2026

HB 2233: RELATING TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM-EDUCATION PROGRAM.

Appropriates funds to the University of Hawaii College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience and the Department of Health to continue their implementation of the Hawaii Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program–Education Program. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationAppropriates funds to continue Hawaii's SNAP-Education Program at University of Hawaii and Dept. of Health, directly funding nutrition education initiatives within educational systems.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

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passed · Hawaii · House Mar 10, 2026

HB 2168: RELATING TO THE EDUCATION OF STUDENTS EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS.

Requires the Department of Education to establish a program for the support of students experiencing homelessness. Requires the Department to designate a state coordinator position and state navigator positions to implement the program. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2)

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates dedicated program with coordinators/navigators to support homeless students' educational access, directly expanding student services per topic description.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

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passed · Hawaii · House Mar 10, 2026

HB 1811: RELATING TO EDUCATOR STUDENT LOAN REPAYMENT.

Establishes the Educator Student Loan Repayment Program to provide for the repayment of qualified student loans for certain educators in the State. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates state funds for educator loan repayment program, increasing public service funding under budget management.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationEstablishes loan repayment program for educators, appropriating funds to support teacher retention and reduce financial burden on educators.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

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passed · Hawaii · House Mar 10, 2026

HB 2298: RELATING TO EDUCATION.

Authorizes the Department of Education to award a high school diploma to qualified persons who did not receive a high school diploma as a result of compulsory or voluntary induction into the armed services of the United States or whose high school education was interrupted due to wartime practices during World War II, the Korean War, or the Vietnam War. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands educational access by awarding diplomas to veterans interrupted in education due to military service during specific wars, directly advancing educational attainment for a targeted group.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransAuthorizes high school diplomas for veterans interrupted in education due to military service in WWII, Korean War, or Vietnam War, expanding educational benefits for veterans.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

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passed · Hawaii · House Mar 10, 2026

HB 1967: RELATING TO PERMITTING.

Implements certain recommendations of the SPEED Task Force. Requires the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to develop a permitting workforce pipeline in partnership with the University of Hawaii and community colleges and coordinate with state and county permitting agencies on certain tasks related to classification levels, salary and benefits, hiring, and responsibilities of employees. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationFunds permitting workforce pipeline via UH and community colleges, supporting higher education partnerships and workforce development.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates salary/benefits coordination for permitting workforce pipeline, directly addressing employment standards and funding through appropriations.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

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in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 20, 2026

HB 2518: RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.

HB 2518 requires the University of Hawaii system to create a comprehensive master plan for its facilities and student housing, along with annual progress reports to the Hawaii Legislature. This bill directly affects the University of Hawaii system by mandating a coordinated strategy for campus infrastructure and housing development. Key provisions include developing the master plan within a specified timeframe and submitting detailed reports to lawmakers on implementation. The bill aims to provide structured oversight for long-term planning of university facilities and student housing needs.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates master plan for university facilities/housing, improving infrastructure and student access in higher education.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

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in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 19, 2026

HB 1778: RELATING TO SCHOOL MODERNIZATION.

Requires the School Facilities Authority to establish a school modernization initiative through a capital improvement project planning database for school facilities statewide. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates state funds for school modernization initiative, directly allocating budget resources to public infrastructure program.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAppropriates funds for school modernization initiative via capital improvement database, directly improving school infrastructure as a key education support indicator.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

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in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 19, 2026

HB 1783: RELATING TO CHARTER SCHOOL FACILITIES.

Requires the School Facilities Authority to establish a pilot program to develop three new public schools in areas based on demonstrated need through public-private partnerships. Amends the powers of the School Facilities Authority. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates funds for public charter school facilities via pilot program, directly funding public infrastructure under budget authority.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAppropriates funds for new public school facilities via public-private partnerships, advancing school infrastructure and access.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Education

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