Transfers licensing of private trade, vocational, and technical schools from the Department of Education to the University of Hawaii.

Hawaii HB2301 transfers the licensing responsibilities of private trade, vocational, and technical schools from the Department of Education to the University of Hawaii. The bill aims to better align consumer protection and oversight with the expertise of the University of Hawaii, particularly its community colleges. Private trade, vocational, and technical schools must now apply for licensure with the University of Hawaii, submit required documents, and pay fees. The University of Hawaii will handle licensing, renewals, and any complaints against these schools.

Transfers licensing of private trade, vocational, and technical schools from the Department of Education to the University of Hawaii.

Hawaii HB2301 transfers the licensing responsibilities of private trade, vocational, and technical schools from the Department of Education to the University of Hawaii. The bill aims to better align consumer protection and oversight with the expertise of the University of Hawaii, particularly its community colleges. Private trade, vocational, and technical schools must now apply for licensure with the University of Hawaii, submit required documents, and pay fees. The University of Hawaii will handle licensing, renewals, and any complaints against these schools.