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This resolution requests the State Auditor to conduct a comprehensive management and performance audit of the University of Hawaii's Office of the Vice President for Academic Strategy, focusing on three key areas: the Hawaii P-20 Partnerships for Education's work in developing workforce pipelines from pre-school through post-secondary education, system-wide career pathway planning and its alignment with state economic needs, and coordination of articulation agreements between four-year universities and community colleges. The audit is specifically requested to include data analysis on resource allocation (such as staffing, infrastructure, and funding), recommendations for improving existing policies and programs, and a proposed timeline for implementing those improvements. The Auditor is asked to submit a report of findings and recommendations to the Legislature no later than twenty days before the 2026 Regular Session, with the ultimate goal of enhancing transparency, accountability, and strategic decision-making within the university system. The resolution reflects the Legislature's recognition of the University of Hawaii's critical role in public higher education and workforce development, and seeks to ensure that its academic strategies effectively support the state's educational and economic objectives.

Budget and Finance, Education

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SR&billnumber=155&year=2025