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HI HB340
Bill
Status
1/23/2017
Primary Sponsor
Isaac Choy
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AI Summary
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Proposes to amend Article X, Section 6 of the Hawaii Constitution to remove the Board of Regents' exclusive jurisdiction over the internal structure, management, and operation of the University of Hawaii.
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Removes language granting the Board exclusive jurisdiction while retaining the Board's power to formulate policy and exercise control through the university president.
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Adds language requiring that Board powers be exercised "as provided by law," allowing legislature to establish additional oversight.
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Removes the legislature's exclusive jurisdiction to identify laws of statewide concern, clarifying that this section does not limit legislative power to enact statewide laws.
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Ballot question asks: "Shall the board of regents of the University of Hawaii be divested of exclusive jurisdiction over the internal structure, management, and operation of the University of Hawaii?"
Legislative Description
Proposing An Amendment To The Hawaii Constitution To Divest Exclusive Jurisdiction Of The Board Of Regents Of The University Of Hawaii Over The Internal Structure, Management, And Operation Of The University Of Hawaii.
Constitutional Amendment
Last Action
Carried over to 2018 Regular Session.
11/30/2017