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Hawaii House Bill HR66

Hawaii 2025 Regular Session

Hawaii House Bill HR66

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

Caption

Urging The University Of Hawaii President And Board Of Regents To Establish A Bachelor Of Science In Nursing Program At The University Of Hawaii Maui Campus.

Impact

The resolution emphasizes that establishing a dedicated BSN program at the Maui campus would provide local students with a direct pathway to advanced nursing education. This would not only enhance the qualification levels of nursing professionals in the area but would also support the local healthcare facilities, which currently have ample clinical placements available for students to gain necessary experience. Such a move is positioned as pivotal in addressing the state-wide nurse shortage, which has been identified as an urgent issue.

Summary

House Resolution 66 urges the University of Hawaii President and Board of Regents to establish a Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at the University of Hawaii Maui College. It highlights the increasing demand for healthcare services in Maui due to a growing and aging population, which necessitates a larger pool of qualified nursing professionals to meet the community's healthcare needs. Currently, Maui offers limited nursing education at the associate level, and many graduates are unable to transition smoothly to complete their bachelor's degrees due to logistical challenges.

Contention

Despite the potential benefits, the bill underscores historical challenges, noting that since 2012, less than 20% of Associate in Science in Nursing graduates have enrolled in the Hawaii Statewide Nursing Consortium at the University of Hawaii at Manoa, primarily due to their commitments to the Maui workforce. This has raised concerns about the practical limitations faced by local students who wish to further their education while also contributing to the local healthcare landscape. The resolution calls for appropriate support and resources to develop this program to ensure successful implementation.

Latest HR66 Activity

Companion Bills

HI HCR73

Same As Urging The University Of Hawaii President And Board Of Regents To Establish A Bachelor Of Science In Nursing Program At The University Of Hawaii Maui Campus.

Previously Filed As

HI SCR159

Urging The Board Of Regents Of The University Of Hawaii To Rename Dean Hall At The University Of Hawaii At Manoa To "alice Ball Hall".

HI SR185

Urging The Board Of Regents Of The University Of Hawaii To Rename Dean Hall At The University Of Hawaii At Manoa To "alice Ball Hall".

HI HR182

Urging The University Of Hawaii Community Colleges To Establish Baccalaureate Degree Programs In Agricultural Technology, Food Science, And Education At Leeward Community College.

HI SCR110

Urging The University Of Hawaii West Oahu To Establish Baccalaureate Degree Programs In Agricultural Technology, Food Science, And Education.

HI HR169

Urging The University Of Hawaii To Convene A Congress On The Future Of The Hawaiian People.

HI HCR177

Urging The University Of Hawaii Community Colleges To Establish Baccalaureate Degree Programs In Agricultural Technology, Food Science, And Education At Leeward Community College.

HI HR142

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.

HI SR116

Urging The University Of Hawaii West Oahu To Establish Baccalaureate Degree Programs In Agricultural Technology, Food Science, And Education.

HI HCR140

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.

HI HB390

Relating To The University Of Hawaii Promise Program.

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HI SR32

Urging The University Of Hawaii President And Board Of Regents To Establish A Bachelor Of Science In Nursing Program At The University Of Hawaii Maui Campus.

HI SCR50

Urging The University Of Hawaii President And Board Of Regents To Establish A Bachelor Of Science In Nursing Program At The University Of Hawaii Maui College.

HI HCR73

Urging The University Of Hawaii President And Board Of Regents To Establish A Bachelor Of Science In Nursing Program At The University Of Hawaii Maui Campus.