SB171Introduced in the Senate
Relating To Access To Higher Education.
Introduced by Karl Rhoads, District 13
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Expands eligibility for scholarships under the Hawaii Community College Promise Program to all qualified students. Appropriates funds.
Where it stands
Re-Referred to EDU, WAM.
January 21, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
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Bill history
Pending Introduction.
Introduced and passed First Reading.
Referred to HRE, WAM.
Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
Re-Referred to EDU, WAM.
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