HI HB714

Appropriates unspecified funds for fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 to expand Hawaii's health care workforce through educational programs administered by the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism

Funds health care certification programs in public high schools that train students for entry-level positions, covering tuition, transportation, and work uniforms at approximately $4,300 per student for an estimated 150 students annually

Supports the Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) to Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) "glidepath" program, which allows CNAs to work full-time while pursuing LPN licensure through tuition assistance, transportation, food stipends, and counseling for approximately 40 participants per year

Addresses approximately 4,700 non-physician, patient-facing job openings in Hawaii hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, and other health care facilities identified in the 2024 Healthcare Workforce Initiative survey

Effective date set for December 31, 2050 (placeholder date indicating amounts to be determined)