Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 2016: RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII SYSTEM.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 2016 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii House on January 23, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII SYSTEM. Primary sponsor: Kirstin Kahaloa (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 28, 2026): Referred to HED, JHA, FIN, referral sheet 3.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Requires the Board of Regents to grant a waiver on all tuition for qualifying native Hawaiian and Hawaiian students enrolled within the University of Hawaii System.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirstin Kahaloa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 6 |
“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 HED, JHA, FIN, referral sheet 3
- Introduced and Pass First Reading.
- Pending introduction.