HI SB1503

Requires the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations to develop training programs in information technology, cybersecurity, intelligence, data science, and advanced manufacturing in collaboration with educational institutions and industry partners

Mandates creation of public-private partnerships with defense contractors to establish internship and apprenticeship programs offering hands-on experience in defense-related industries

Directs the department to provide grants to community colleges and universities for curriculum development, plus scholarships or tuition assistance for students in targeted fields

Requires outreach campaigns focused on underrepresented populations including Native Hawaiians, women, and rural communities, along with job fairs and workshops

Appropriates unspecified general fund amounts for fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027, with biennial reports to the legislature starting before the 2027 session; effective July 1, 3000