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HI SCR82
Concurrent Resolution
Status
Introduced
3/16/2026
Primary Sponsor
Brandon Elefante
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AI Summary
- Hawaii has the second highest rate of drowning deaths for residents in the country, with drowning being the leading cause of death for children in the state.
- The resolution encourages the Department of Education to offer a basic swimming course at either primary or secondary education levels.
- High cost of living in Hawaii leaves many parents without time or financial resources to ensure their children acquire water safety and swimming skills.
- The CDC and U.S. National Water Safety Action Plan indicate that increasing access to basic swimming and water safety skills training could reduce disparities in unintentional drowning deaths.
- Certified copies of the resolution are to be transmitted to the Superintendent of Education and Chairperson of the Board of Education.
Legislative Description
Encouraging The Department Of Education To Offer A Basic Swimming Course In Either Primary Or Secondary Education Levels.
DOE
Last Action
Offered.
3/16/2026
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