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Bill Summary · HB 267

Legislative bill overview

HB 267 is a Hawaii school safety bill introduced by five lawmakers that has been referred to Education, Health, and Finance committees. The bill was carried over to the 2026 regular session without being enacted, indicating it did not advance sufficiently during the 2025 session.

Why is this important

School safety legislation affects thousands of students and educators across Hawaii's public education system. The specific provisions of this bill would determine whether it addresses physical security, mental health resources, emergency protocols, or other safety-related measures that could influence school environments and budgets.

Potential points of contention

  • Fiscal impact: Referral to the Finance Committee suggests budget implications; lawmakers may disagree on funding levels or sources for implementing safety measures
  • Implementation scope: Unclear whether provisions apply uniformly statewide or allow district-level flexibility, which affects resource allocation equity
  • Definition of "safety": School safety can encompass different priorities (physical security, counselor ratios, threat assessment programs), creating disagreement on where to focus resources

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

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