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HI HB2519
Bill
Status
Engrossed
3/10/2026
Primary Sponsor
Andrew Garrett
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AI Summary
- Grants the University of Hawaii budgetary autonomy through block appropriations beginning fiscal biennium 2027-2029, with two blocks covering campuses/community colleges and systemwide support programs
- Establishes a University of Hawaii Budget Stabilization Fund to mitigate tuition increases, offset revenue shortfalls from enrollment declines or federal funding reductions, and sustain academic programs during economic downturns
- Creates performance-based funding where up to 5% of the university's general fund appropriation depends on meeting metrics including student success, workforce development, research growth, and equity for Native Hawaiian and low-income students
- Removes position ceilings and exempts the university from state procurement requirements for purchases below a specified threshold, while retaining state auditor oversight
- Prohibits transfers from block appropriations for executive salary increases or new programs exceeding $2 million annually, and requires annual fiscal and performance reporting to the legislature
Legislative Description
Relating To The University Of Hawaii.
Appropriation ($)
Last Action
Referred to EDU, WAM.
3/12/2026
Committee Referrals
Education3/12/2026
Finance2/20/2026
Higher Education2/2/2026
Full Bill Text
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