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HCR 13

REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO COLLABORATE WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND STATE PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL COMMISSION TO DEVELOP A STUDENT CORAL STEWARDSHIP PROGRAM.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Kirstin Kahaloa and 3 co-sponsors

Hawaii requests agencies collaborate to develop a student coral stewardship program engaging K-12 students in reef conservation and restoration education.

Received from House (Hse. Com. No. 534).
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Bill Summary · HCR 13

Legislative bill overview

HCR 13 requests Hawaii's Department of Land and Natural Resources to work with the Department of Education and State Public Charter School Commission to create a student coral stewardship program. The resolution calls for collaboration to develop educational initiatives that engage students in coral reef conservation and restoration activities.

Why is this important

Hawaii's coral reefs face significant threats from climate change, ocean acidification, and human activity, making conservation education increasingly critical. Involving students in stewardship creates both environmental benefits through hands-on restoration work and educational benefits by connecting classroom learning to real-world ecological challenges.

Potential points of contention

  • Resource allocation: No funding mechanism is specified; implementing such a program requires staff time, materials, and transportation costs that may strain already-stretched education and natural resource budgets
  • Scope and feasibility: The bill doesn't define specific program parameters, locations, or which schools would participate, raising questions about equitable access across islands and school types
  • Academic time tradeoffs: Integrating coral stewardship activities into school schedules may compete with other curriculum priorities or standardized testing preparation

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

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