HCR 27·HI·house
ENCOURAGING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO OFFER A BASIC SWIMMING COURSE IN EITHER PRIMARY OR SECONDARY EDUCATION LEVELS.
In CommitteeFiled Mar 9, 2026
Sponsor: TAKAYAMA
Latest Action
Referred to EDN, referral sheet 18
Mar 18, 2026
Summary
The resolution urges the state Department of Education to add a basic swimming and water‑safety class to either elementary or high school curricula. It is aimed at students across the state who currently lack consistent access to swim instruction. The measure highlights Hawaii’s high drowning rates and the need for equitable water‑safety education.
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