Hawaii · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 909: RELATING TO SCHOOL BUS SERVICES.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 909 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii House on January 21, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO SCHOOL BUS SERVICES. Primary sponsor: Lauren Matsumoto (Republican), Elijah Pierick (Republican), Chris Todd (Democratic), WARD. It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (January 23, 2025): Introduced and Pass First Reading.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Authorizes the Department of Education to use alternative vehicles for student transportation under certain conditions and appropriates funds for the purchase of alternative vehicles and individuals to obtain CDL licensure. Allows Department schools to initiate staggered start times. Appropriates funds.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2 · Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lauren Matsumoto | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 38 |
| Elijah Pierick | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 39 |
| Chris Todd | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 3 |
| WARD | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Darius Kila | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 44 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Introduced and Pass First Reading.
- Referred to EDN, FIN, referral sheet 3
- Pending introduction.