Bill > HB1443

This bill establishes a high school law enforcement curriculum-to-career pipeline initiative within Hawaii's Department of Education, designed to provide students with training and experiences in law enforcement while helping them earn high school credits. The initiative will involve collaboration with local law enforcement departments and will offer several specific programs, including an elective training and mentorship program with community police officers, an age-appropriate version of the Citizen's Police Academy, opportunities for students to assist school resource officers, and a dual credit program with the University of Hawaii and its community colleges for criminal justice-related courses. The goal is to facilitate students' transition into post-secondary education and potential careers in law enforcement by providing structured exposure to the field. The Department of Education is required to develop and implement specific training and education programs, adopt rules to support the initiative, and create curriculum tracks that connect high school students with police academies and higher education institutions. The bill includes an appropriation of funds for fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 to support the development and implementation of this program, with the initiative set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Education

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HB&billnumber=1443&year=2025