Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 542: RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII PROMISE PROGRAM.

Passed one chamber Last action February 2, 2026: Re-Referred to EDU, WAM.

Plain-language summary

HB 542 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii House on January 17, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII PROMISE PROGRAM. Primary sponsor: Andrew Garrett (Democratic), Jeanné Kapela (Democratic), Darius Kila (Democratic), Trish La Chica (Democratic), Ikaika Olds (Democratic), Kanani Souza (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 2, 2026): Re-Referred to EDU, WAM.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Andrew Garrett (Democratic); Jeanné Kapela (Democratic); Darius Kila (Democratic); Trish La Chica (Democratic); and 2 more.