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HI HR2

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/23/2026

Primary Sponsor

Nadine Nakamura

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requests the Hawaii Department of Education to open public school recreational facilities (pools, gyms, fields) for public use during non-peak hours and non-school days
  • Addresses recreational access inequity, noting that 29% of U.S. residents as of 2021 do not live within walkable distance of recreational amenities or parks
  • Cites that 87% of surveyed people want local and state governments to ensure equitable access to park and recreation amenities
  • Notes that rural and low-income communities in Hawaii face the greatest barriers to accessing public recreational facilities
  • References existing Hawaii Administrative Rules (Chapter 39) requiring public school facilities to be available for public use when not interfering with school operations, but seeks expanded unrestricted access

Legislative Description

Requesting The Department Of Education To Make Available Recreational Facilities To The Public During Non-peak Hours And Non-school Days.

DOE

Last Action

Referred to EDN, referral sheet 15

3/10/2026

Committee Referrals

Education3/10/2026

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