Establishes an educator student loan repayment program to attract and retain educators in Hawaii.

The bill establishes an educator student loan repayment program to address the shortage of qualified public school educators in Hawaii. This program will repay qualified student loans for eligible educators who commit to full-time service in public schools. Eligible educators must hold a valid license from the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board. The program provides up to $20,000 upon completing five years of service and an additional $25,000 after seven years, totaling $45,000. The Department of Education will administer the program, with rules for application, verification, and disbursement.

Establishes an educator student loan repayment program to attract and retain educators in Hawaii.

The bill establishes an educator student loan repayment program to address the shortage of qualified public school educators in Hawaii. This program will repay qualified student loans for eligible educators who commit to full-time service in public schools. Eligible educators must hold a valid license from the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board. The program provides up to $20,000 upon completing five years of service and an additional $25,000 after seven years, totaling $45,000. The Department of Education will administer the program, with rules for application, verification, and disbursement.