S.B. 1042 Summary

• Allows students to enroll in career and technical education programs at schools outside their residential service area, addressing skills gaps between high school graduates and employer needs.

• Schools with career and technical education programs must enroll all out-of-area applicants unless capacity is exceeded, in which case a lottery system determines enrollment.

• Gives enrollment preference to students already enrolled in the school during the previous school year.

• Amends Hawaii Revised Statutes Chapter 302A to add new enrollment provisions for career and technical education programs and modify geographic service area attendance requirements.

• Effective upon approval.