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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 | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

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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 | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

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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 | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Veterans

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passed both · Hawaii · Senate Dec 8, 2025

SB 422: 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 granting high school diplomas to veterans interrupted in education due to military service during WWII, Korean War, or Vietnam War.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransAuthorizes diplomas for veterans interrupted in education due to military service during WWII, Korea, or Vietnam, expanding educational benefits for veterans.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Veterans

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