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HI HCR107

Concurrent Resolution

Official Source

Status

Engrossed

4/2/2026

Primary Sponsor

Sam Kong

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Urges the Hawaii Department of Education to support academic flexibility for students with chronic and autoimmune illnesses such as lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, and type I diabetes
  • Requests schools provide flexible attendance policies and assignment deadlines for students experiencing medically documented illness flare-ups
  • Calls for consistent, non-punitive implementation of Section 504 accommodations so students are not academically penalized during periods of illness
  • Encourages coordination between schools, students, and families during extended medical absences, particularly for neighbor island students who must travel off-island for specialized care
  • Notes that Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander populations experience higher rates of certain autoimmune diseases, making this especially relevant to Hawaii's student population

Legislative Description

Urging The Department Of Education To Support Academic Flexibility And Equity For Students With Chronic And Autoimmune Illnesses.

Department of Education

Last Action

Referred to EDU.

4/10/2026

Committee Referrals

Education4/10/2026
Education3/18/2026

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