Veterans

signed · Hawaii · House May 19, 2026

HB 2343: RELATING TO VETERANS.

Repeals the 6/30/2027 deadline by which the Maui State Veterans Home must be assimilated into a state agency having a Maui affiliation and instead requires the assimilation to be completed as soon as practicable. (SD1)

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransRepeals deadline for Maui Veterans Home transfer, requiring prompt completion to maintain local service access for veterans.85% confidence

passed · Hawaii · Senate Mar 10, 2026

SB 2687: RELATING TO EDUCATION.

Requires the Department of Education to report to the Legislature on the integration of certain content into existing social studies curricula at public schools. Establishes a one-year 100th Infantry Battalion history curriculum pilot program within certain public high schools during the 2026-2027 school year. Requires reports to the Legislature. (SD1)

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates inclusion of 100th Infantry Battalion history in curricula, enhancing educational content on Asian American history and school curriculum standards.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill mandates teaching 100th Infantry Battalion (WWII veterans unit) history in schools, recognizing veteran service per topic description.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum

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signed · Hawaii · Senate May 29, 2026

SB 2138: RELATING TO THE HAWAII NATIONAL GUARD STATE TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM.

Authorizes the Adjutant General to expand the Hawaii National Guard State Tuition Assistance Program to include graduate degrees at the University of Hawaii for qualified enlisted personnel in the Hawaii National Guard. (CD1)

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands tuition assistance for graduate degrees at UH, increasing access to higher education funding for National Guard personnel.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExpands tuition assistance to graduate degrees for Hawaii National Guard members, directly enhancing educational benefits for veterans as a subset of service members.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Student Financial Aid National Guard & Reserve Veteran Education

in committee · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 1067: RELATING TO EDUCATION.

Authorizes the Department of Education to establish a program to award a high school diploma to qualified persons who did not receive a high school diploma as a result of compulsorily or voluntarily induction into the armed services of the United States and to persons whose high school education was interrupted due to wartime practices.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands educational access by creating diploma program for veterans and those with interrupted education due to wartime service, directly advancing K-12 credentialing opportunities.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill authorizes diplomas for veterans interrupted by military service, directly supporting educational access and recognizing their service.95% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education Memorials & Recognition Veteran Education

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 30, 2026

SB 2467: RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLE REGISTRATION.

Exempts qualifying military veterans sixty-five years of age or older from payment of state annual motor vehicle registration fees for one noncommercial vehicle.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExempts elderly veterans from motor vehicle registration fees, providing direct financial benefit and recognition of service.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Benefits

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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

Sub-Topics Career & Technical Education K-12 Education Memorials & Recognition Veteran Education Veteran Employment

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passed · Hawaii · Senate Mar 10, 2026

SB 2545: RELATING TO VETERANS.

Repeals the 6/30/27 deadline by which the Maui State Veterans Home must be assimilated into a state agency having a Maui affiliation. Requires the transfer of the Maui State Veterans Home to be completed as soon as practicable. (SD1)

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill repeals deadline for Maui Veterans Home transfer to Maui-affiliated agency, ensuring timely management to maintain veteran services continuity.95% confidence

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in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 6, 2026

HB 2517: RELATING TO HIGHER EDUCATION.

Establishes a statewide framework for the assessment and the award of academic credit for prior learning acquired through military service, workforce training, apprenticeships, professional certifications, and other structured learning experiences outside of traditional classrooms.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationEstablishes credit framework for non-traditional learning, expanding higher education access without restrictions or funding cuts.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly includes military service in credit framework, enabling veterans to earn academic credit for military training, directly supporting educational advancement for veterans.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Testing & Assessment Veteran Education

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signed · Hawaii · Senate Jul 14, 2026

SB 2614: 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. (HD2)

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands educational access for veterans interrupted in high school due to military service, enabling diploma attainment through Department of Education authorization.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransEnables veterans interrupted by military service during WWII/Korean/Vietnam Wars to earn diplomas, directly supporting educational benefits and recognition.95% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education Memorials & Recognition Veteran Education

passed · Hawaii · Senate Dec 8, 2025

SB 1468: RELATING TO GENERAL EXCISE TAX EXEMPTIONS.

Repeals the general excise tax exemption for amounts received by independent sugar cane farmers. Repeals the general excise tax exemption for amounts received by a contractor of the Patient-Centered Community Care Program that is established by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs pursuant to title 38 United States Code section 8153. Effective 1/1/2026. (SD1)

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesRepeals tax exemptions for sugar cane farmers and VA program contractors, increasing tax burden. Directly restricts tax exemptions per Budget & Taxes topic.95% confidence ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareRepeals tax exemption for VA Patient-Centered Community Care Program contractors, increasing costs and potentially restricting program effectiveness.85% confidence ✗ VeteransOpposes VeteransRepealing tax exemption for VA's PCCP contractors may reduce program funding/access, weakening veteran healthcare support under 38 U.S.C. § 8153.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax Tax Incentives

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