Strengthens protections against sex-based discrimination in educational programs in Hawaii.

The bill aims to enhance protections against sex-based discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in educational programs in Hawaii. It mandates that educational institutions, including the University of Hawaii, the Department of Education, and public charter schools, must not exclude or deny benefits to individuals based on sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. It also prohibits discrimination against pregnant or parenting students. The bill requires institutions to promptly address complaints, provide supportive measures, and ensure non-retaliation against complainants.

Strengthens protections against sex-based discrimination in educational programs in Hawaii.

The bill aims to enhance protections against sex-based discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in educational programs in Hawaii. It mandates that educational institutions, including the University of Hawaii, the Department of Education, and public charter schools, must not exclude or deny benefits to individuals based on sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. It also prohibits discrimination against pregnant or parenting students. The bill requires institutions to promptly address complaints, provide supportive measures, and ensure non-retaliation against complainants.