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HI HB617
Bill
Status
1/21/2025
Primary Sponsor
Justin Woodson
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AI Summary
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Establishes a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree program at the University of Hawaii Maui College, addressing Maui County's status as the largest county in Hawaii without a BSN program
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Appropriates unspecified funds for fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 for prerequisite courses for newly enrolled BSN students
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Appropriates unspecified funds for fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 for additional personnel to support the new program
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Appropriates unspecified funds for fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 for supplies, equipment, and simulation/laboratory upgrades
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Appropriates unspecified funds for fiscal year 2026-2027 specifically for third-year nursing course instructional costs
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Addresses Hawaii's nursing workforce shortage, estimated at approximately 1,000 unfilled positions
Legislative Description
Relating To Nursing.
Appropriation ($)
Last Action
Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
12/8/2025