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SB 1604

RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Ron Kouchi

Hawaii's SB 1604 modifies University of Hawaii operations or funding but lacks full legislative passage, having been carried over to 2026 for further consideration after committee amendments.

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Bill Summary · SB 1604

Legislative bill overview

SB 1604 relates to the University of Hawaii, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the legislative actions provided. The bill passed its second reading with amendments (SD 1) in February 2025 and was referred to the Ways and Means Committee before being carried over to the 2026 regular session.

Why is this important

As legislation affecting Hawaii's primary public university system, this bill likely has implications for higher education funding, operations, or policy in the state. The carryover to 2026 suggests either unresolved budgetary questions or substantive policy disagreements that require further consideration.

Potential points of contention

  • The specific amendments made during second reading (SD 1) indicate initial disagreement about the bill's provisions that required modification
  • Referral to the Ways and Means Committee suggests fiscal concerns or budget implications that needed additional scrutiny
  • The carryover to 2026 rather than passage in the 2025 session indicates the legislature did not reach consensus on final approval, possibly due to competing priorities or unresolved stakeholder concerns

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

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