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HI HB1751

HI HB1751
Relating To The Hawaii National Guard State Tuition Assistance Program.


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Introduced
01/22/2026
In Committee
02/18/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Authorizes the Adjutant General to expand the Hawaii National Guard State Tuition Assistance Program to include graduate degrees at the University of Hawaii for qualified personnel in the Hawaii National Guard. Effective 1/1/3000. (HD1)

AI Summary

This bill amends the Hawaii National Guard State Tuition Assistance Program to allow qualified personnel in the Hawaii National Guard, including enlisted members, warrant officers, and company grade officers (ranks 0-1 through 0-3), to receive tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate degrees at the University of Hawaii, provided they are state residents and funds are available. The Adjutant General, who oversees the program, is authorized to expand its scope to include graduate studies, which was not previously covered. This change aims to provide further educational opportunities for members of the Hawaii National Guard.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Education, Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and none excused (0). (on 02/18/2026)

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