HI HB1786

Requires the Hawaii Department of Education to open all public school outdoor facilities and grounds on Saturdays and Sundays for community use without licenses, permits, or fees, as long as activities don't interfere with school operations or existing reservations.

Addresses inconsistent access policies across schools, citing that some campuses like Mililani Middle School approved fewer than a dozen community requests since 2023 despite high demand.

Mandates appropriate signage stating users assume liability risk and cannot hold the department or State responsible for injuries or death.

Requires the Department of Education to submit reports to the legislature by 2028 and 2029 on facility utilization, safety issues, maintenance needs, cost impacts, and recommendations for program continuation or expansion.

Establishes a pilot program that automatically repeals on June 30, 2030, returning statutes to their original form unless further legislative action is taken.