Hawaii 2023 Regular Session

Hawaii House Bill HCR140

Introduced
3/10/23  
Refer
3/15/23  
Report Pass
3/30/23  
Engrossed
3/30/23  

Caption

Urging The University Of Hawaii To Strengthen The Center For Labor Education And Research At The University Of Hawaii West Oahu By Establishing A Working Group To Develop A Community-driven Vision For The Centers Programs.

Impact

The bill aims to reinforce the existing framework established for the Center, which was originally created in 1976 by Act 202, and restructured in 2006 under Act 75. The resolution reiterates the Center's mission to provide educational services and labor studies courses, position labor education as a public resource, and develop degree programs in labor studies. This could significantly influence labor education across the state, as the working group is tasked with formalizing recommendations that may lead to potential legislative proposals aimed at further enhancing the Center's capabilities.

Summary

House Concurrent Resolution 140 urges the University of Hawaii to enhance the Center for Labor Education and Research at the University of Hawaii West Oahu by forming a working group dedicated to creating a community-driven vision for the Center's programs. This resolution highlights the ongoing challenges faced by the Center, notably the decline in resources and support that has hindered its ability to fulfill its educational and training objectives for workers and trade union leaders. By establishing this working group, the resolution aims to bolster the Center’s programs, which are critical given Hawaii's status as having the highest union membership rates in the nation.

Contention

While the resolution seeks to strengthen labor education, there may be differing opinions on the necessity and effectiveness of forming a new working group. Some stakeholders might question whether additional restructuring or resources are the most effective solutions to the Center's challenges. The discussions surrounding the resolution could encompass debates about resource allocation, educational priorities in higher education, and varying perspectives on labor representation and training among different community members, union representatives, and educational administrators.

Companion Bills

HI HR142

Same As Urging The University Of Hawaii To Strengthen The Center For Labor Education And Research At The University Of Hawaii West Oahu By Establishing A Working Group To Develop A Community-driven Vision For The Centers Programs.

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 HB2684

Relating To The University Of Hawaii At Hilo.

HI HCR203

Establishing A Working Group To Evaluate The Effectiveness Of The University Of Hawaii Community Colleges Summer Tuition Pilot Program.

HI HB1430

Relating To The University Of Hawaii At Hilo.

HI SB2938

Relating To The University Of Hawaii At Hilo.

HI SB1546

Relating To The University Of Hawaii At Hilo.

HI HB873

Relating To The University Of Hawaii Promise Program.

HI HB1114

Relating To The University Of Hawaii Promise Program.

HI SB1412

Relating To The University Of Hawaii Promise Program.

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