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HI HB1840
Bill
Status
Engrossed
3/10/2026
Primary Sponsor
Greggor Ilagan
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AI Summary
- Extends the maximum employment period for unlicensed emergency hire teachers from three years to five years for both the Department of Education and charter schools
- Requires the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board to extend the five-year limit when a state of emergency is declared, changing this from discretionary to mandatory
- Establishes a goal for the University of Hawaii to double the number of newly licensed teacher graduates by the class of 2031 compared to 2026, with annual progress reports required
- Mandates the Department of Education provide Praxis examination training for emergency hires, with training required as a condition of employment during the fourth and fifth years
- Takes effect July 1, 3000, with automatic repeal on June 30, 2031, reverting the law to its previous form
Legislative Description
Relating To Education.
Charter Schools
Last Action
Referred to EDU, WAM.
3/12/2026
Committee Referrals
Education3/12/2026
Consumer Protection & Commerce2/17/2026
Education1/26/2026
Full Bill Text
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