Act 264
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- Introduced
- Passed Both Chambers
- Passed Other Chamber
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill establishes a temporary, independent commission to review Hawaii’s public school facilities and recommend consolidations, realignments, or closures. The commission’s goal is to address declining student enrollment and improve operational efficiency. It utilizes a ‘all-or-nothing’ voting process modeled after the Base Realignment and Closure process, aiming for objective decisions rather than political influence. The commission will develop criteria based on enrollment, condition, costs, and equity considerations, and will hold public hearings before issuing a final report with binding recommendations.
Key provisions
- Establishes a temporary public school realignment and closure commission.
- The commission will consist of nine members appointed from various state agencies and with relevant experience.
- The commission will use specific criteria to evaluate school facilities, including enrollment, condition, costs, and equity.
- The commission must consult with the board of education during the evaluation process.
- The commission will hold public hearings on its preliminary and final reports.
- Recommendations will become binding upon filing with the governor, legislature, and board of education.
- The board of education and department of education must implement the commission’s recommendations.
- The commission will cease to exist after one year.
Who is affected
- Students
- Parents of Students
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