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Introduced
01/28/2026
01/28/2026
In Committee
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Establishes a statewide framework for the assessment and the award of academic credit for prior learning acquired through military service, workforce training, apprenticeships, professional certifications, and other structured learning experiences outside of traditional classrooms.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a statewide framework for the University of Hawaii to assess and award academic credit for prior learning acquired outside of traditional classrooms, such as through military service, workforce training, apprenticeships, and professional certifications. The framework will be developed in consultation with faculty and academic leadership, and will identify eligible categories of prior learning, ensuring that awarded credit reflects college-level learning outcomes equivalent to coursework. Importantly, the bill preserves faculty authority over academic standards and allows individual campuses and programs to determine how this credit applies to degree or certificate requirements, while promoting transparency and consistency in assessment practices. The University of Hawaii will also be required to report to the legislature on the implementation of this framework.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
The committee(s) on HED recommend(s) that the measure be deferred. (on 02/06/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HB&billnumber=2517&year=2026 |
| HB2517_TESTIMONY_HED_02-06-26_ | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/Testimony/HB2517_TESTIMONY_HED_02-06-26_.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/bills/HB2517_.HTM |
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