Education (Teachers)

in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 12, 2026

HB 1202: RELATING TO TEACHER COMPENSATION.

Recognizes prior teaching experience at an equal salary rating for teachers entering or reentering into the service of the Department of Education. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill directly addresses teacher compensation by ensuring equal salary ratings for experienced educators, supporting retention and fair pay - key indicators for educator support.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Teachers

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 28, 2026

SB 2394: RELATING TO TAXES.

Excludes the sale of a motor vehicle to a lessor of rental motor vehicles for use as a rental motor vehicle as a sale at wholesale. Imposes the maximum allowable excise tax on the use of tangible personal property in the State for the importation or purchase of a motor vehicle by a lessor of rental motor vehicles for use as a rental motor vehicle. Establishes a Teacher Temporary Hazard Pay Special Fund to pay a temporary hazard pay bonus to certain eligible teachers. Beginning 7/1/2026 until 7/1/2030, deposits the additional tax revenue generated by this Act into the Teacher Temporary Hazard Pay Special Fund.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates Teacher Temporary Hazard Pay Special Fund, allocating state funds for educator bonuses and establishing tax mechanisms to fund it.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationEstablishes a Teacher Temporary Hazard Pay Special Fund for eligible teachers, directly supporting educator compensation and retention.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Revenue Sales Tax Teachers

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Dec 8, 2025

SB 1566: RELATING TO A HAWAII TEACHER REGISTERED APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM.

SB 1566 establishes Hawaii's Registered Teacher Apprenticeship Program, administered by the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board. The program creates a structured pathway for new educators to earn a teaching license while working as paid apprentices under licensed mentors in Hawaii schools. It directly affects aspiring teachers seeking licensure through on-the-job training rather than traditional education programs. The bill includes funding appropriations to support this initiative, providing a concrete alternative to standard teacher preparation.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill includes specific funding appropriations ($), directly allocating state funds to establish the teacher apprenticeship program, aligning with 'funds essential programs' under Budget & Taxes.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationEstablishes funded teacher apprenticeship program, expanding licensure pathways and supporting educator workforce development through direct funding and structured training.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Teachers

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in committee · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 1346: RELATING TO EDUCATION.

Pursuant to a collective bargaining agreement negotiated for Bargaining Unit (5) and subject to the availability of funds, provides annual salary step increases for public school teachers who have completed a year's satisfactory service and comply with specified requirements. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates existing budget funds for teacher salary increases, directly funding public education services per collective bargaining agreement.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationProvides annual salary step increases for public school teachers, directly supporting educator compensation and retention.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProvides annual salary step increases for teachers per collective bargaining agreement, directly advancing wage compensation for educators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Teachers Collective Bargaining

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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

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget Teachers

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passed · Hawaii · House Feb 20, 2026

HB 1825: RELATING TO THE HAWAII TEACHER STANDARDS BOARD.

Permits the Department of Education and charter schools to hire unlicensed individuals as teachers on an emergency basis for five, rather than three, years. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2)

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationAllows extended emergency teacher hiring to address staffing shortages, supporting school operations and access to educators during critical needs.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Teachers

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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

Sub-Topics Teachers Affordable Housing

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Feb 13, 2026

SB 2551: RELATING TO EDUCATION.

Requires the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board to develop an alternative pathway for a visiting international educator permit aligned to the duration of the educator's J-1 visa program. Repeals 6/30/2031.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationCreates alternative pathway for international educators, facilitating teacher recruitment and addressing staffing shortages, directly supporting educator access and school staffing needs.90% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill creates pathway for J-1 visa educators to align permits with visa duration, facilitating immigration integration and access to education services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Teachers

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passed · Hawaii · Senate Feb 18, 2026

SB 2880: RELATING TO EDUCATION.

SB 2880 clarifies that public charter school teachers qualify for the Teacher National Board Certification Incentive Program, which provides financial rewards to educators who earn national board certification. This change directly affects public charter school teachers in the state, removing a previous eligibility barrier for this specific incentive. The bill’s key mechanism is a straightforward clarification in program rules, ensuring charter school teachers can access the same incentives as teachers in traditional public schools. The bill is currently under review by the Education (EDU) committee, with a public hearing scheduled for February 11, 2026.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationRemoves eligibility barrier for charter teachers to access certification incentives, directly supporting educator compensation and program access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics School Choice Teachers

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Dec 8, 2025

SB 628: RELATING TO TAXATION.

Increases the general excise tax by 1%. Establishes the teacher salary special fund within the Department of Education. Requires that increased general excise tax revenues be deposited into the teacher salary special fund and the school facilities special fund.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases general excise tax to fund teacher salaries and school facilities, directly allocating tax revenue to public education programs.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationIncreases excise tax to fund teacher salaries and school facilities via dedicated special funds, directly advancing education funding.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax State Budget Teachers

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