Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

Hawaii Senate Bill SB3266

Introduced
1/28/26  

Caption

Relating To Capital Improvement Projects For The Benefit Of The Ninth Senatorial District.

Impact

The bill will allocate specific funds for detailed projects at Aina Haina Elementary, including electrical upgrades and air-conditioning, which underscore a commitment to improving the learning environment for students and staff. At Waikiki Elementary, the construction of a new multipurpose building and site improvements are significant steps toward enhancing student facilities. The bill also stipulates that the appropriated funds will not lapse by the end of the fiscal biennium, promoting long-term planning and execution of these projects.

Summary

SB3266 is a legislative proposal from the State of Hawaii aimed at funding capital improvement projects specifically within the ninth senatorial district. The bill authorizes the issuance of general obligation bonds totaling $13,330,000 for these projects, which are intended to enhance facilities at two elementary schools: Aina Haina Elementary and Waikiki Elementary. The plan includes various upgrades and new constructions aimed at improving educational infrastructure, which is essential for supporting the educational needs of local communities.

Contention

While the bill appears to be beneficial as it aims to directly enhance educational facilities in the district, it might raise questions about the prioritization of funds and the allocation processes for capital improvements statewide. Advocates for education may support the bill for its potential to enrich local schools. However, some stakeholders could contend about the adequacy of the proposed funding versus the existing infrastructure needs of other districts, leading to debates over resource equity among schools across the state.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

HI SB390

Relating To Capital Improvement Projects For The Benefit Of The Sixteenth Senatorial District.

HI SB1661

Relating To Capital Improvement Projects For The Benefit Of The Sixth Senatorial District.

HI SB975

Relating To Capital Improvement Projects For The Benefit Of The Fifteenth Senatorial District.

HI SB1603

Relating To Capital Improvement Projects For The Benefit Of The Third Senatorial District.

HI SB1663

Relating To Capital Improvement Projects For The Benefit Of The Eleventh Senatorial District.

HI SB1642

Relating To Capital Improvement Projects For The Benefit Of The Seventh Senatorial District.

HI HB564

Relating To Capital Improvement Projects For The Benefit Of The Thirty-second Representative District.

HI HB1448

Relating To Capital Improvement Projects For The Benefit Of The Nineteenth Representative District.

HI HB1256

Relating To Capital Improvement Projects For The Benefit Of The Fourth Representative District.

HI HB1191

Relating To Capital Improvement Projects For The Benefit Of The Forty-third Representative District.

Similar Bills

MD HB390

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2027)

MD SB282

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2027)

MD HB350

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2026)

MD SB319

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2026)

PA HB1330

To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of certain agencies of the Executive Department for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.

PA SB160

To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of the Executive, Legislative and Judicial Departments of the Commonwealth, the public debt and the public schools for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; to provide appropriations from special funds and accounts to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; to provide for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; and to provide for the additional appropriation of Federal and State funds to the Executive and Legislative Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024.

PA SB280

To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of the Executive, Legislative and Judicial Departments of the Commonwealth, the public debt and the public schools for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; to provide appropriations from special funds and accounts to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; to provide for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; and to provide for the additional appropriation of Federal and State funds to the Executive and Legislative Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024.

PA SB1161

To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of the Executive, Legislative and Judicial Departments of the Commonwealth, the public debt and the public schools for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026; to provide appropriations from special funds and accounts to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026; to provide for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026; and to provide for the additional appropriation of Federal and State funds to the Executive and Legislative Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.