HI HB497

Requires the school facilities authority to conduct a feasibility study for developing teacher and workforce housing at the Queen Liliuokalani elementary school property (2.67-acre parcel in Honolulu).

Study must be submitted to the governor and legislature no later than twenty days before the 2024 regular legislative session convenes.

Appropriates funds from general revenues for fiscal years 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 to conduct the feasibility study (specific amount left blank in bill text).

Addresses teacher shortage in Hawaii public schools by examining underutilized state property as a potential source of affordable housing to retain educators.