Hawaii bills · 2026 Regular Session

Hawaii SB 712

RELATING TO THE PRESCHOOL OPEN DOORS PROGRAM.

Introduced
In committee
Passed Senate
Passed House
To Governor
Became law

Sponsors

SAN BUENAVENTURA (Democratic)
CHANG (Democratic)
FEVELLA (Republican)
HASHIMOTO (Democratic)

Cosponsors (2)

Fukunaga (Democratic)
McKelvey (Democratic)

Summary

Official abstract published by the Hawaii legislature· description

Expands the preschool open door program's eligibility criteria. Repeals the requirement that open door program providers be accredited.

Text versions

SB712

Roll-call votes

No recorded votes on this bill.

Actions

Jan 17, 2025 · Senate
Introduced.
Jan 21, 2025 · Senate
Passed First Reading.
Jan 23, 2025 · Senate
Referred to HHS, WAM.
Feb 4, 2025 · Senate
The committee(s) on HHS has scheduled a public hearing on 02-10-25 1:20PM; Conference Room 225 & Videoconference.
Feb 10, 2025 · Senate
The committee on HHS deferred the measure.
Dec 8, 2025 · Legislature
Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.