Establishes a rounding-up program for utility bills to fund additional teacher compensation in Hawaii.
The bill creates a program allowing residents to round up their electric or water utility bills to support teacher salaries. Contributions will go to a special fund for additional teacher compensation. Electric utilities must offer this option on bills and clearly state that participation is voluntary and funds will not be taxed. The program aims to address ongoing teacher shortages despite recent improvements.
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