HI HB563

Appropriates funds to the University of Hawaii Institute for Astronomy to support the space science and engineering initiative workforce development program in collaboration with the college of engineering.

Funds shall support salaries and fringe benefits for three positions: a workforce development program manager, a Maunakea scholars program coordinator, and an administrative clerk.

Appropriates funds for office equipment and supplies, operational costs, and internship stipends for high school and college students participating in the program.

Establishes a kindergarten-to-career STEM workforce development pipeline integrating existing programs including the Maunakea scholars program and Maunakea observatories internship program.

Takes effect on July 31, 2050.