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HR 49

REQUESTING THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII BOARD OF REGENTS TO CONDUCT A SYSTEMWIDE ASSOCIATE DEGREE COMPLETION AUDIT.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Terez Amato and 10 co-sponsors

Hawaii requests UH Board of Regents audit associate degree completion rates and barriers across all campuses to improve student graduation outcomes.

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Bill Summary · HR 49

Legislative bill overview

HR 49 is a non-binding request resolution that asks the University of Hawaii Board of Regents to conduct a comprehensive audit of associate degree completion across all University of Hawaii campuses. The audit would examine graduation rates, time-to-degree, and completion barriers for students pursuing associate degrees within the UH system.

Why is this important

Associate degree programs are critical pathways for workforce development and economic mobility in Hawaii, particularly for students who cannot pursue four-year degrees immediately. Understanding completion rates and obstacles could inform policy decisions about resource allocation, student support services, and program effectiveness across the UH system.

Potential points of contention

  • Resource allocation: The audit itself requires funding and staff time; there may be debate over whether UH has sufficient resources or if this diverts attention from other priorities
  • Scope and actionability: As a non-binding request, there's no enforcement mechanism if the Board of Regents declines or delays the audit, limiting its practical impact
  • Data interpretation: Audit results might reveal controversial findings about which programs underperform, potentially triggering debates about program cuts or restructuring

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

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