Appropriates funds for student transportation coordinators to improve school bus services in Hawaii.
The bill establishes and funds four full-time equivalent student transportation coordinator positions in Hawaii to enhance school bus services. Each county will have one coordinator to address chronic absenteeism and improve student achievement, especially in disadvantaged communities. The bill allocates $400,000 for fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 to support these coordinators. The funds aim to address bus driver shortages and route cancellations, ensuring students have reliable transportation to school.
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