HI SB533

Appropriates funds to the Department of Education to support public schools impacted by a local investor-owned electric utility's planned public safety power shutoff program implemented July 1, 2024.

Sixteen schools (fifteen Department of Education schools and one public charter school) are identified as vulnerable to planned power shutoff events that may disrupt communications, water access, meal programs, and services for students reliant on electricity-dependent medical devices.

Funds shall be used to assess alternative power solutions, establish regional emergency hubs, develop contingency plans and staff training, assess fire safety measures, and develop accommodations for electricity-dependent students and staff.

Appropriation available for fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027, with specific dollar amount not specified in the bill text.

Effective date is July 1, 3000 (appears to be a drafting error, likely intended as July 1, 2025 or 2026).