HI HB627

Appropriates general revenue funds to the Department of Education for fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 to create two new positions for school safety measures (specific dollar amount not filled in the bill).

Establishes a targeted violence prevention and threat assessment program manager position to create statewide behavior threat assessment frameworks, align with Hawaii's targeted violence prevention strategy, and coordinate with homeland security and threat assessment experts.

Establishes a fire safety and security technology program manager position to oversee fire safety and security technology initiatives, ensure compliance with fire safety standards and inspections, and assist schools with fire alarm system installation and maintenance.

Identifies critical funding needs for school safety measures including active threat response training, hazardous material disposal contracts, school safety equipment, threat assessment and reporting systems, and fire safety programs.

Takes effect July 1, 3000 (appears to be a drafting error in the bill).