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SB 3279

RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Stanley Chang and 4 co-sponsors

Hawaii's SB 3279 modifies Department of Education operations; specific provisions unclear pending committee review and bill text release.

Bill scheduled to be heard by EDN on Tuesday, 03-24-26 2:00PM in House conference room 309 VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE.
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Bill Summary · SB 3279

Legislative bill overview

SB 3279 is a Hawaii bill relating to the Department of Education that was recently introduced and referred to committee. The bill's specific provisions are not detailed in the available information, making a complete analysis impossible at this early stage of the legislative process.

Why is this important

The Department of Education oversees Hawaii's public school system serving roughly 180,000 students. Any legislation affecting DOE operations, funding, or policies has direct consequences for students, educators, and families across the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Without access to the bill's actual text, specific areas of debate cannot be identified
  • The bipartisan sponsorship suggests potential consensus, but committee referrals to both EDU and WAM (budget committee) indicate fiscal implications that may require negotiation
  • Common DOE-related disputes typically involve funding allocation, curriculum standards, or administrative restructuring

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

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