Establishes an internal audit office within the Hawaii Department of Education to evaluate programs and fiscal initiatives.

The bill establishes an internal audit office within the Hawaii Department of Education to conduct program and fiscal evaluations of key strategic initiatives. This office will identify program improvements and inform the redirection of financial and human resources to support the department's strategic plan and the board's goals. The bill also requires the department to conduct desk reviews on all other programs in a timely manner. Funding for the office is appropriated for fiscal year 2026-2027.

Establishes an internal audit office within the Hawaii Department of Education to evaluate programs and fiscal initiatives.

The bill establishes an internal audit office within the Hawaii Department of Education to conduct program and fiscal evaluations of key strategic initiatives. This office will identify program improvements and inform the redirection of financial and human resources to support the department's strategic plan and the board's goals. The bill also requires the department to conduct desk reviews on all other programs in a timely manner. Funding for the office is appropriated for fiscal year 2026-2027.