Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 271: RELATING TO SCHOOLS.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 271 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii House on January 16, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO SCHOOLS. Primary sponsor: David Alcos (Republican), Diamond Garcia (Republican), WARD. Most recent recorded action (December 8, 2025): Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Requires educational institutions with elementary students to allow faculty and staff to provide time and space for students to engage in student-led group prayer or individual student prayer. Prohibits discipline or admonishment based on participation or non-participation in prayer.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Alcos | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 41 |
| Diamond Garcia | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 42 |
| WARD | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
- Referred to EDN, JHA, referral sheet 1
- Introduced and Pass First Reading.
- Pending introduction.