Hawaii bills · 2026 Regular Session
Hawaii SB 613
RELATING TO THE HAWAIIAN LANGUAGE.
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became law
Sponsors
- FEVELLA (Republican)
Cosponsors (2)
Summary
Official abstract published by the Hawaii legislature· description
Requires that each Department of Education public school student earn 2 credits in Hawaiian language for a high school diploma. Establishes a 2-year pilot program for Hawaiian language instruction at Noelani Elementary School and Nanakuli High and Intermediate School. Appropriates moneys.
Text versions
Roll-call votes
No recorded votes on this bill.
Actions
- Jan 17, 2025 · Senate
Introduced. - Jan 17, 2025 · Senate
Passed First Reading. - Jan 23, 2025 · Senate
Referred to EDU/HWN, WAM. - Dec 8, 2025 · Legislature
Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.