Hawaii HB1344 aims to make FAFSA completion a graduation requirement by 2027-2028.

Hawaii HB1344 establishes a working group to develop a state plan for making FAFSA completion or an opt-out waiver a graduation requirement by the 2027-2028 school year. The group will consider the needs of universities, the philanthropic community, and additional resources like public-private partnerships. It will also explore ways to simplify the opt-out process, establish pilot programs, and support students throughout the college application process. The working group will submit its findings and recommendations to the legislature and education officials by 2026.

Hawaii HB1344 aims to make FAFSA completion a graduation requirement by 2027-2028.

Hawaii HB1344 establishes a working group to develop a state plan for making FAFSA completion or an opt-out waiver a graduation requirement by the 2027-2028 school year. The group will consider the needs of universities, the philanthropic community, and additional resources like public-private partnerships. It will also explore ways to simplify the opt-out process, establish pilot programs, and support students throughout the college application process. The working group will submit its findings and recommendations to the legislature and education officials by 2026.