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Introduced
01/19/2024
01/19/2024
In Committee
01/24/2024
01/24/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/03/2024
05/03/2024
Introduced Session
2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Requires that each Department of Education public school student earn 2 credits in Hawaiian language as a graduation requirement.
AI Summary
This bill requires that each Department of Education public school student in Hawaii earn 2 credits in Hawaiian language as a graduation requirement, starting with high school diplomas awarded at the conclusion of the 2027-2028 school year. This is part of an effort to revive the Hawaiian language, which was nearly extinct by the 1980s due to a 1896 law that required English instruction in schools and effectively banned the use of the Hawaiian language. The bill aims to ensure the Hawaiian language, also known as 'olelo Hawai'i, not just survives, but thrives, by mandating its instruction in public schools.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Referred to EDN/JHA, FIN, referral sheet 1 (on 01/24/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HB&billnumber=1794&year=2024 |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2024/bills/HB1794_.HTM |
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