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This resolution requests the State Auditor to conduct a comprehensive financial audit of the Hawaii Department of Education's (DOE) capital improvement projects (CIP), driven by concerns about the department's management of significant infrastructure funding. Recognizing that the DOE manages 4,425 buildings statewide, with many schools being over 70 years old, and having over $2 billion in unspent CIP funds as of January 2024, the resolution seeks to increase transparency and accountability in the department's spending. The requested audit would specifically examine the DOE's capital improvement project finances since 2021, including how funds are expended and projects prioritized, with the goal of identifying potential inefficiencies and areas for improvement in maintaining and repairing public school facilities. The Auditor is requested to submit a report with findings and recommendations, including potential legislative proposals, no later than twenty days before the 2026 Regular Legislative Session, with copies of the resolution to be transmitted to the Auditor and the Superintendent of Education.

Budget and Finance, Education

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HR&billnumber=106&year=2025