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HB 2189

RELATING TO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION FUNDING.

2026 Regular Session

HB 2189 addresses Hawaii Department of Education funding; currently in committee review without disclosed allocation specifics.

Referred to EDN, FIN, referral sheet 5
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Bill Summary · HB 2189

Legislative bill overview

HB 2189 is a Hawaii bill currently in early legislative stages that addresses Department of Education funding mechanisms. The bill was introduced on January 28, 2026, and has been referred to both the Education (EDN) and Finance (FIN) committees for review. Specific funding details, amounts, or programmatic changes are not yet available from the limited legislative record provided.

Why is this important

Education funding directly impacts school operations, teacher salaries, student resources, and educational outcomes across Hawaii's public school system. Funding bills shape the state's ability to maintain facilities, purchase materials, and support student achievement. Given Hawaii's high cost of living and geographic challenges, education funding decisions have significant consequences for communities statewide.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding level and allocation: Disagreement over total appropriation amounts, whether increases are sufficient, and how funds are distributed across islands and school types
  • Competing fiscal priorities: Tension between education funding requests and other state budget needs during periods of limited revenues
  • Specific program impacts: Uncertainty about which programs, positions, or services receive funding versus face cuts or elimination

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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