HI HCR186

Department of Education, in collaboration with Department of Health and State Public Charter School Commission, shall conduct a study on heat exposure management practices in department and charter schools during outdoor activities.

Study shall examine feasibility of using wet bulb globe temperature as standard for measuring heat stress in schools.

If existing practices are found insufficient, Department of Education shall develop guidelines applicable to all department and charter schools covering sports practices, conditioning workouts, recess, marching band practice, JROTC activities, and other outdoor activities.

Required guideline components include hydration protocols, staff training on heat illness recognition, protections for students with medical conditions affecting thermoregulation, and student acclimatization procedures.

Department of Education shall submit study findings and recommendations to Legislature no later than 20 days before the 2026 Regular Session, and any developed plan no later than 20 days before the 2027 Regular Session.