Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Resolution

SR 78: ENCOURAGING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO EXPAND THE HAWAIIAN IMMERSION PROGRAM.

In committee Last action March 19, 2026: Referred to EDU/HWN.

Plain-language summary

SR 78 is a resolution introduced in the Hawaii Senate on March 16, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: ENCOURAGING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO EXPAND THE HAWAIIAN IMMERSION PROGRAM. Primary sponsor: Brandon Elefante (Democratic), Stanley Chang (Democratic), Carol Fukunaga (Democratic), Mike Gabbard (Democratic), Troy Hashimoto (Democratic), Angus McKelvey (Democratic), Karl Rhoads (Democratic), Tim Richards (Democratic). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (March 19, 2026): Referred to EDU/HWN.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Brandon Elefante (Democratic); Stanley Chang (Democratic); Carol Fukunaga (Democratic); Mike Gabbard (Democratic); and 4 more. 2 co-sponsors.