Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 599: RELATING TO SCHOOL SAFETY.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 599 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii House on January 17, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO SCHOOL SAFETY. Primary sponsor: Diamond Garcia (Republican), Garner Shimizu (Republican), WARD. It lists 1 additional sponsor. 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 the Department of Education to assign school resource officers to department public schools and charter schools. Encourages the employment of qualified retirees from the local police departments and department of law enforcement. Appropriates funds for these positions.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diamond Garcia | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 42 |
| Garner Shimizu | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 32 |
| WARD | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Chris Muraoka | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 45 |
“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.
- Introduced and Pass First Reading.
- Referred to EDN, JHA, FIN, referral sheet 2
- Pending introduction.