Education

in committee · Hawaii · Senate Dec 8, 2025

SB 1392: RELATING TO EDUCATION.

Requires the Department of Education to implement dyslexia-sensitive universal screenings, provide evidence-based interventions, and offer professional development on dyslexia and structured literacy.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates dyslexia screenings, interventions, and teacher training to support students with learning disabilities, advancing educational access and quality.95% confidence

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Dec 8, 2025

SB 1273: RELATING TO EDUCATION.

Pursuant to a collective bargaining agreement negotiated for Bargaining Unit (5), provides annual salary step increases for public school teachers and educational officers who have completed a year's satisfactory service and comply with specified requirements.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates annual salary increases for teachers, requiring state budget allocation for public education funding, aligning with fiscal responsibility and public service funding indicators.92% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates annual salary increases for teachers and educational officers, directly supporting educator compensation and retention in K-12 education.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProvides negotiated annual salary step increases for teachers via collective bargaining, advancing wage protections and supporting labor rights in education sector.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Teachers Collective Bargaining

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passed · Hawaii · House Mar 10, 2026

HB 1803: RELATING TO STUDENT HEAT EXPOSURE.

Requires the Board of Education to adopt a heat acclimatization and practice policy based on the Hawaii Athletic Trainers Association's Hawaii High School Athletic Association Heat Acclimatization and Practice Policy of 2017 for students in grades kindergarten to twelve in Department of Education schools and public charter schools statewide for certain physical activities. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationRequires heat safety policy with funding for K-12 students, protecting health and safety in schools through mandated policy adoption and appropriations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education Student Health

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passed · Hawaii · Senate Dec 8, 2025

SB 1490: RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII RELIEF FUNDING.

Amends the University of Hawaii Tuition and Fees Special Fund by allowing the Board of Regents to dedicate funding for student aid in direct response to an emergency or disaster, as declared by the Governor. (SD1)

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationAllows emergency funding for UH student aid, directly supporting higher education access and financial assistance for students.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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in committee · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 863: RELATING TO EDUCATION.

HB 863 allocates state funds to the Department of Education specifically for teacher-requested classroom supplies, such as books, art materials, or technology. This bill directly affects public school teachers and students in K-12 classrooms, as it provides resources based on educators' identified needs. The key mechanism is a direct appropriation of funds, requiring the Department of Education to distribute these resources to schools upon request. The bill takes effect on July 1, 3000, as stated in the official abstract. It passed committee with amendments in February 2025, moving forward in the legislative process.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesDirectly appropriates state funds for K-12 classroom supplies, increasing education budget allocation.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAllocates state funds for teacher-requested classroom supplies (books, tech, art), directly supporting K-12 educators and students' resource needs.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly allocates state funds for teacher-requested technology supplies in K-12 classrooms, directly advancing educational technology access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget Curriculum K-12 Education Teachers

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in committee · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 1314: RELATING TO YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH.

HB 1314 requires all public schools to develop and implement mental health check-in plans for students in grades six through twelve. These plans must be created by schools to regularly assess student well-being and connect students with support services. The bill directly affects all K-12 public schools and their students in the specified grades. It takes effect on July 1, 3000 (note: the year 3000 appears to be a typo in the abstract; the intended year is likely 2030). The bill does not specify funding or detailed procedures for the check-ins.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates mental health check-ins for grades 6-12, enhancing student support services within K-12 education framework per bill's requirements.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates mental health check-in plans in schools for grades 6-12, directly advancing student mental health support services as per healthcare topic definition.95% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education Student Health Mental Health

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passed both · Hawaii · House Apr 2, 2026

HB 620: RELATING TO EDUCATION.

Establishes braille literacy as a policy of the State. Requires literacy assessments for eligible low vision and blind students to include braille instruction and the use of braille. Authorizes the Department of Education to adopt administrative rules. Establishes the Braille Literacy Resource Center. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates funds for Braille Literacy Resource Center and related programs, directly allocating state budget resources to fund an educational initiative.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates braille literacy assessments, funds Braille Literacy Resource Center, and requires DOE rules for blind/low vision students' educational access.95% confidence

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Dec 8, 2025

SB 408: RELATING TO EDUCATION.

SB 408 allocates state funds to increase per-student education spending to $18,000 annually for public schools. This directly affects all K-12 public school districts receiving state education funding by mandating a higher baseline allocation per enrolled student. The key mechanism is a specific appropriation within the state budget, requiring the Department of Education to distribute these increased funds to school districts. The bill focuses solely on raising the per-pupil expenditure target, without altering educational standards or program requirements.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates increased per-student education funding via state budget appropriation, directly advancing public education spending.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationIncreases per-pupil spending to $18k annually, directly boosting state funding for K-12 public schools through mandatory allocation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Government Spending State Budget K-12 Education School Funding

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in committee · Hawaii · House Jan 26, 2026

HB 1784: RELATING TO EDUCATION.

Beginning no later than the 2028-2029 school year, requires the Department of Education to administer a dyslexia-sensitive universal screening to all students in kindergarten through grade three. Beginning with the 2028-2029 school year, requires certain employees of public schools to have an opportunity to participate in training on literacy instruction. Requires a report to the Legislature and Board of Education before the 2031-2032 school year. Appropriates funds.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates funds for dyslexia screening and literacy training programs, directly increasing education budget allocation per summary.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates dyslexia screening, literacy training, and funds K-3 education programs, advancing student support and teacher development.95% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education

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in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 10, 2026

HB 2565: RELATING TO TEACHERS.

Appropriates funds to the Department of Education and State Public Charter School Commission to provide monetary awards to educators who are recognized by the legislature, during education week, for their accomplishments, excellence in teaching, leadership, and service. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates funds to DOE for teacher awards, increasing education budget allocation per appropriation subject and funding public service program.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAppropriates funds for teacher recognition awards during Education Week, directly supporting educators through financial incentives for excellence and service.95% confidence

Sub-Topics School Choice Teachers

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