Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 2345: RELATING TO SCHOOL FACILITIES.
Passed both chambers Official data
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- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 2345 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii House on January 26, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO SCHOOL FACILITIES. Primary sponsor: Kyle Yamashita (Democratic), Cory Chun (Democratic), Andrew Garrett (Democratic), Mark Hashem (Democratic), Linda Ichiyama (Democratic), Greggor Ilagan (Democratic), LEE, M., Lisa Marten (Democratic), Tyson Miyake (Democratic), Julie Reyes Oda (Republican), Gregg Takayama (Democratic), Jenna Takenouchi (Democratic), David Tarnas (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 17, 2026): Received notice of disagreement (Hse. Com. No. 780).
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Requires the School Facilities Authority to establish geographically based capital improvement project districts for the localized management of capital improvement projects. Transfers all capital improvement project functions, funds, and vacant Facilities Development Branch positions from the Department of Education to the School Facilities Authority. Clarifies that general funds shall not be used for operations or management of the Authority. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/31/2055. (SD2)
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 11 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kyle Yamashita | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 12 |
| Cory Chun | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 35 |
| Andrew Garrett | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 22 |
| Mark Hashem | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 19 |
| Linda Ichiyama | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 31 |
| Greggor Ilagan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| LEE | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| M. | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Lisa Marten | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 51 |
| Tyson Miyake | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 10 |
| Julie Reyes Oda | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 40 |
| Gregg Takayama | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
| Jenna Takenouchi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 27 |
| David Tarnas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 8 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Received notice of disagreement (Hse. Com. No. 780).
- House disagrees with Senate amendment (s).
- Report Adopted; Passed Third Reading, as amended (SD 2). Ayes, 25; Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 0 (none). Transmitted to House.
- Returned from Senate (Sen. Com. No. 683) in amended form (SD 2).
- Reported from WAM (Stand. Com. Rep. No. 3685) with recommendation of passage on Third Reading, as amended (SD 2).
- 48 Hrs. Notice 04-14-26.
- The committee(s) on WAM recommend(s) that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. The votes in WAM were as follows: 12 Aye(s): Senator(s) Dela Cruz, Moriwaki, DeCoite, Elefante, Hashimoto, Inouye, Kanuha, Kidani, Kim, Richards, Wakai, Fevella; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Lee, C..
- The committee(s) on WAM deferred the measure until 04-06-26 10:31AM; Conference Room 211 & Videoconference.
- Reported from EDU (Stand. Com. Rep. No. 3267) with recommendation of passage on Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referral to WAM.
- The committee(s) on WAM will hold a public decision making on 04-01-26 10:03AM; Conference Room 211 & Videoconference.
- Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM.
- The committee(s) on EDU recommend(s) that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. The votes in EDU were as follows: 3 Aye(s): Senator(s) Kim, Hashimoto, DeCorte; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 2 Excused: Senator(s) Kidani, Fukunaga.
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