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HB 2171

RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Terez Amato and 18 co-sponsors

HB 2171 advances through Hawaii legislature affecting University of Hawaii operations with Finance Committee recommending passage without amendments.

Received notice of passage on Final Reading in House (Hse. Com. No. 888).
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Bill Summary · HB 2171

Legislative bill overview

HB 2171 relates to the University of Hawaii but the specific provisions are not detailed in the legislative actions provided. Based on the committee referral pathway (from WAL—likely Water and Land—to Finance), it appears to address a fiscal or operational matter affecting the university system. The bill has advanced through committee review with Finance Committee recommending passage without amendments.

Why is this important

The University of Hawaii is the state's primary public research and educational institution serving students across multiple islands. Legislative actions affecting UH operations, funding, or governance directly impact higher education accessibility, research capabilities, and workforce development for Hawaii residents. Committee passage suggests sufficient support for the measure to proceed toward floor consideration.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of transparency in bill summary: The specific provisions of HB 2171 are not publicly detailed in the available information, making it difficult for constituents to understand what changes are being made to university operations or funding
  • Water and Land Committee referral: The routing through WAL suggests potential environmental, land use, or water resource implications for university property or operations that may warrant closer scrutiny
  • Unamended passage: Finance Committee recommended passage without amendments despite one reservation vote, potentially indicating either strong consensus or limited substantive debate about the measure's details

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

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