Education (K-12 Education)

in committee · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 1460: RELATING TO THE HAWAIIAN LANGUAGE.

Beginning with the 2026-2027 school year, requires that each Department of Education public school student earn 2 credits in Hawaiian language as a graduation requirement. Establishes a 2-year pilot program for Hawaiian language instruction at a central Oahu elementary school and Nanakuli High and Intermediate School. Appropriates funds.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates 2 Hawaiian language credits for graduation, funds pilot programs, and appropriates budget for curriculum expansion in K-12 education.95% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Dec 8, 2025

SB 605: RELATING TO EDUCATION.

Beginning with the 2026-2027 school year, requires the Department of Education to include the teaching of financial literacy in kindergarten through grade twelve. Requires students in grades nine through twelve to complete a one-half credit in financial literacy before graduation. Requires the Board of Education to provide professional development to teachers who are teaching financial literacy courses.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates financial literacy curriculum K-12, requires graduation credit, and funds teacher professional development, strengthening educational program requirements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education

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passed both · Hawaii · House Apr 17, 2026

HB 563: RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII'S SPACE SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING INITIATIVE.

Appropriates funds for salaries and fringe benefits of positions for the University of Hawaii Institute for Astronomy's Space Science and Engineering Initiative Workforce Development Program, Maunakea Scholars Program, and Internship Program. Appropriates funds for office equipment and supplies, operational costs, and stipends for high school and college students. Effective 7/31/2050. (SD1)

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationAppropriates funds for student stipends, internship programs, and workforce development at UH, directly advancing higher education access and student support programs.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education K-12 Education

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in committee · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 707: RELATING TO THE COLLEGE SAVINGS PROGRAM.

Establishes a state income tax deduction for contributions made to Hawaii 529 accounts through the college savings program and accounts made through the Hawaii ABLE Savings Program. Conforms to the amendments of the Internal Revenue Code that authorize 529 benefits to be used for K-12 educational expenses. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEstablishes state income tax deduction for college savings contributions, providing tax relief for residents and aligning with federal education tax benefits.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationEstablishes tax deduction for 529 savings allowing K-12 use, promoting educational savings access per IRS conformance.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Higher Education K-12 Education

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Feb 2, 2026

SB 3117: 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.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands educational access by authorizing diplomas for veterans interrupted by military service in specific wars, directly advancing access to educational credentials.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransAuthorizes diplomas for veterans interrupted by military service, recognizing service and expanding educational benefits.95% confidence

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

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in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 17, 2026

HB 1634: RELATING TO EDUCATION EQUITY.

Requires the Department of Education to permit the participation of eligible homeschooled students in public high school extracurricular activities, subject to certain requirements and limitations.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands educational access for homeschooled students by mandating public school extracurricular participation, directly addressing equity in education access per bill title and subjects.92% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 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

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

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Dec 8, 2025

SB 613: RELATING TO THE HAWAIIAN LANGUAGE.

Requires that each Department of Education public school student earn 2 credits in Hawaiian language for a high school diploma. Establishes a 2-year pilot program for Hawaiian language instruction at Noelani Elementary School and Nanakuli High and Intermediate School. Appropriates moneys.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates Hawaiian language credits as graduation requirement and appropriates funds for curriculum expansion in DOE schools.95% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education

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in committee · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 865: RELATING TO EDUCATION.

Beginning with the 2026-2027 school year, requires the Department of Education to include the teaching of financial literacy in kindergarten through grade twelve. Requires students in grades nine through twelve to complete a one-half credit in financial literacy before graduation. Requires the Board of Education to provide professional development to teachers who are teaching financial literacy courses.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates financial literacy curriculum K-12, requires graduation credit, and funds teacher professional development - expands educational requirements and enhances student financial readiness.95% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 28, 2026

SB 2583: 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.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates heat safety policy for K-12 physical activities and appropriates funds, enhancing student safety in education settings.95% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education Student Health

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