Hawaii · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 1460: RELATING TO THE HAWAIIAN LANGUAGE.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 1460 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii House on January 23, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO THE HAWAIIAN LANGUAGE. Primary sponsor: Tina Grandinetti (Democratic), Kirstin Kahaloa (Democratic), Rachele Lamosao (Democratic), Lisa Marten (Democratic), Chris Muraoka (Republican), Mahina Poepoe (Democratic), David Tarnas (Democratic), Terez Amato (Democratic), Darius Kila (Democratic), Diamond Garcia (Republican), Cory Chun (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 27, 2025): Referred to EDN, FIN, referral sheet 4.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Beginning with the 2026-2027 school year, requires that each Department of Education public school student earn 2 credits in Hawaiian language as a graduation requirement. Establishes a 2-year pilot program for Hawaiian language instruction at a central Oahu elementary school and Nanakuli High and Intermediate School. Appropriates funds.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9 · Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tina Grandinetti | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 20 |
| Kirstin Kahaloa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 6 |
| Rachele Lamosao | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 19 |
| Lisa Marten | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 51 |
| Chris Muraoka | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 45 |
| Mahina Poepoe | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 13 |
| David Tarnas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 8 |
| Terez Amato | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 11 |
| Darius Kila | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 44 |
| Diamond Garcia | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 42 |
| Cory Chun | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 35 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Referred to EDN, FIN, referral sheet 4
- Introduced and Pass First Reading.