HI SB2827

Establishes a Civic Education Grant Program within the Department of Education to support civic education programming in public middle and intermediate schools across Hawaii

Creates a Civic Education Trust Fund in the state treasury to provide dedicated, permanent funding for civic curriculum implementation, teacher professional development, and student civic-learning opportunities

Requires grant applicants to submit detailed plans outlining project scope, objectives, and projected impact, with all expenditures requiring approval from a social studies educational specialist designated by the superintendent

Mandates participating schools submit annual reports by December 1 detailing how grant funds were used, including updates on curriculum implementation, teacher development, and progress on evaluation metrics

Takes effect July 1, 2026, with the Department of Education required to submit annual reports to the legislature on trust fund expenditures, contributions, and outcomes achieved