RELATING TO EDUCATION.
Sponsored By: Glenn Wakai (Democratic)
In Committee
Summary
Beginning with the 2026-2027 school year, requires the Department of Education to include the teaching of financial literacy in kindergarten through grade twelve. Requires students in grades nine through twelve to complete a one-half credit in financial literacy before graduation. Requires the Board of Education to provide professional development to teachers who are teaching financial literacy courses.
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Bill Overview
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Sponsors & Cosponsors
Sponsor
Glenn Wakai
Democratic • Senate
Cosponsors
Henry J.C. Aquino
Democratic • Senate
David Alcos III
Republican • House
Stanley Chang
Democratic • Senate
Brandon J.C. Elefante
Democratic • Senate
Kurt Fevella
Republican • Senate
Mike Gabbard
Democratic • Senate
Troy N. Hashimoto
Democratic • Senate
Dru Mamo Kanuha
Democratic • Senate
Michelle N. Kidani
Democratic • Senate
Donna Mercado Kim
Democratic • Senate
Chris Lee
Democratic • Senate
Karl Rhoads
Democratic • Senate
III Richards
Democratic • Senate
Joy A. San Buenaventura
Democratic • Senate
Roll Call Votes
No roll call votes available for this bill.
Actions Timeline
Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
12/8/2025Referred to EDU, WAM.
1/23/2025SenateIntroduced.
1/17/2025SenatePassed First Reading.
1/17/2025Senate
Bill Text
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