Bill > SB1388

This bill modifies the composition of the School Facilities Authority Board by adding two new ex officio, nonvoting members: the Superintendent of Education (or their designee) and the Chairperson of the Board of Education (or their designee). Currently, the board consists of five voting members appointed by the governor who have experience or interest in public school facilities, including at least one member with construction industry experience. The legislative findings suggest that adding these representatives will strengthen collaboration between the Department of Education and the School Facilities Authority, ensuring that school facility projects are better aligned with educational goals and community needs. By including these ex officio members, the bill aims to improve accountability and responsiveness in school facility planning and development. The bill will take effect on July 1, 3000 (which appears to be a placeholder date), and maintains the existing five voting members while adding two nonvoting members who can provide strategic educational perspectives to the board's work.

Budget and Finance, Education, Justice

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=1388&year=2026