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Introduced
01/23/2026
01/23/2026
In Committee
02/18/2026
02/18/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Prohibits active employees of the University of Hawaii or the Research Corporation of the University of Hawaii from serving on the Board of Regents.
AI Summary
This bill amends existing law to prohibit individuals who are currently employed by the University of Hawaii or the Research Corporation of the University of Hawaii from serving on the Board of Regents, which oversees the university system. The legislature finds that having active employees on the board could create conflicts of interest, compromise impartial decision-making, and erode public trust, as employees might prioritize their departmental interests over the broader needs of the university. By preventing current employees from serving, the bill aims to ensure impartial governance and maintain public confidence in the university's leadership.
Committee Categories
Education, Justice
Sponsors (6)
Samantha DeCorte (R)*,
Troy Hashimoto (D)*,
Michelle Kidani (D)*,
Donna Kim (D)*,
Sharon Moriwaki (D),
Glenn Wakai (D),
Last Action
Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to JDC. (on 02/18/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=2659&year=2026 |
| Committee Report SB2659_SSCR2334_ | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/CommReports/SB2659_SSCR2334_.pdf |
| SB2659_TESTIMONY_EDU_02-13-26_ | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/Testimony/SB2659_TESTIMONY_EDU_02-13-26_.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/bills/SB2659_.HTM |
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