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Hawaii House Bill HR67

Hawaii 2025 Regular Session

Hawaii House Bill HR67

Introduced
3/6/25  
Refer
3/14/25  
Report Pass
3/27/25  

Caption

Requesting The Department Of Education And University Of Hawaii To Assess The Criteria Required To Establish An Educational Pipeline And Curriculum To Ensure That Students Acquire The Necessary Skills In Advanced Manufacturing And Cybersecurity.

Impact

If adopted, HR67 is expected to positively influence state laws governing education and workforce development. It emphasizes the necessity of enhancing local education systems to prepare students for emerging job markets. By focusing on advanced manufacturing and cybersecurity, the resolution recognizes that these sectors are critical for economic growth and stability in Hawaii. The initiative aims for the educational system to produce graduates who are qualified and ready to fill high-tech positions within the state, potentially reducing dependency on out-of-state labor.

Summary

House Resolution 67 (HR67) aims to address the educational needs linked to advanced manufacturing and cybersecurity in Hawaii. The resolution requests the Department of Education and the University of Hawaii to assess the criteria necessary for establishing an educational pipeline and curriculum that will ensure students acquire vital skills in these fields. With the increasing demand for workforce readiness in high technology industries, it underscores the importance of aligning educational outcomes with industry requirements, particularly as local companies seek skilled workers in advanced manufacturing and cybersecurity roles.

Contention

One notable point of contention surrounding HR67 may be the implications of requiring educational institutions to adapt rapidly to changing industry standards. Concerns might arise regarding the adequacy of current funding and resources to support the proposed curriculum changes. Additionally, there could be debates about the prioritization of certain fields over others and the potential creation of disparities in educational focus across various disciplines. Stakeholders may express differing views on how best to balance immediate workforce needs with long-term educational strategies.

Companion Bills

HI HCR75

Same As Requesting The Department Of Education And University Of Hawaii To Assess The Criteria Required To Establish An Educational Pipeline And Curriculum To Ensure That Students Acquire The Necessary Skills In Advanced Manufacturing And Cybersecurity.

Previously Filed As

HI SCR144

Urging The Department Of Education, University Of Hawaii Community Colleges, And Hawaii P-20 Partnerships For Education To Develop Clear Pathways For Students In Department Of Education Career And Technical Education Academies To Seamlessly Continue Their Education In Career And Technical Education Programs At University Of Hawaii Community Colleges.

HI SR173

Urging The Department Of Education, University Of Hawaii Community Colleges, And Hawaii P-20 Partnerships For Education To Develop Clear Pathways For Students In Department Of Education Career And Technical Education Academies To Seamlessly Continue Their Education In Career And Technical Education Programs At University Of Hawaii Community Colleges.

HI SCR208

Requesting The Department Of Education To Require That Each Student Complete Two Years Of Hawaiian Language Instruction As A Graduation Requirement.

HI HR143

Urging The University Of Hawaii To Convene A Working Group To Create A Plan For The Establishment Of A Maritime College And To Establish A Maritime College.

HI SR184

Requesting The Department Of Education To Require That Each Student Complete Two Years Of Hawaiian Language Instruction As A Graduation Requirement.

HI HB844

Relating To The University Of Hawaii.

HI SB155

Relating To The University Of Hawaii.

HI SB155

Relating To The University Of Hawaii.

HI SCR68

Requesting Businesses In Hawaii To Use Hawaiian Language And Requesting The Department Of Education To Develop And Implement Education Programs To Teach Employees Hawaiian And Hire Permanent Hawaiian Language Teachers.

HI SR72

Urging The University Of Hawaii To Convene A Working Group To Create A Plan For The Establishment Of A Maritime College And To Establish A Maritime College.

Similar Bills

HI SR24

Requesting The Hawaii Technology Development Corporation To Increase Its Focus On Advanced Manufacturing And Cybersecurity To Allow Local Manufacturers To Expand Production, Lower Costs, And Create New Products.

HI SCR40

Requesting The Hawaii Technology Development Corporation To Increase Its Focus On Advanced Manufacturing And Cybersecurity To Allow Local Manufacturers To Expand Production, Lower Costs, And Create New Products.

HI HCR156

Requesting The Hawaii Technology Development Corporation To Increase Its Focus On Advanced Manufacturing And Cybersecurity To Build A Stronger, Diversified Economy, Create High-wage Job Opportunities, And Position Hawaii As A Leader In Innovation And National Security In The Pacific.

HI HR151

Requesting The Hawaii Technology Development Corporation To Increase Its Focus On Advanced Manufacturing And Cybersecurity To Build A Stronger, Diversified Economy, Create High-wage Job Opportunities, And Position Hawaii As A Leader In Innovation And National Security In The Pacific.

HI HCR75

Requesting The Department Of Education And University Of Hawaii To Assess The Criteria Required To Establish An Educational Pipeline And Curriculum To Ensure That Students Acquire The Necessary Skills In Advanced Manufacturing And Cybersecurity.

CA AB2392

Information privacy: connected devices: labeling.

CA AB2564

Cybersecurity.

US HB4623

Cyber Shield Act of 2023