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SB 1490

RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII RELIEF FUNDING.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Ron Kouchi

SB 1490 allocates relief funding to the University of Hawaii system to support operations, though specific amounts and designated uses remain undefined in available documents.

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Bill Summary · SB 1490

Legislative bill overview

SB 1490 provides relief funding to the University of Hawaii system, though the bill summary does not specify the exact amount or designated purpose of these funds. The measure passed the Higher Education Committee with amendments and was referred to the Ways and Means Committee for budget consideration before being carried over to the 2026 session.

Why is this important

The University of Hawaii is a critical public institution serving over 40,000 students and conducting research across the state's islands. Adequate funding directly impacts tuition costs, student access, faculty retention, and the university's ability to maintain academic and research operations.

Potential points of contention

  • Fiscal impact unclear: The bill's specific funding amount and allocation breakdown are not detailed in the action summary, making it difficult to assess the true budgetary commitment
  • Timing and priorities: Carried over to 2026 suggests budget constraints or competing priorities; legislators may debate whether UH relief is urgent versus other state needs
  • Definition of "relief": The bill does not specify whether funds address deferred maintenance, enrollment decline, operational deficits, or other institutional challenges, which could affect legislative consensus

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

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