Bill > SB187

This bill requires the Department of Education to transfer the Ewa Beach Public and School Library from the State Public Library System to James Campbell High School. The library, which has been located on the high school campus since 1971, currently operates with limited hours that make it difficult for local students to access. The transfer will involve moving all rights, powers, functions, and duties related to the library from the state public library system to the Department of Education. All current employees will retain their civil service status, salary, seniority, and benefits during the transfer, provided they meet the minimum qualifications for their positions. Additionally, all existing appropriations, records, equipment, and other property associated with the library will be transferred along with the library's functions. The bill aims to improve library access for students at James Campbell High School, Pohakea Elementary School, and Ilima Intermediate School by changing the library's administrative management. The transfer will take effect immediately upon the bill's approval.

Education

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=187&year=2026