Hawaii’s public schools, many aging and overcrowded, could see major upgrades if Congress approves a $130 billion nationwide plan to rebuild and modernize campuses. Local officials say the funding could address longstanding repair needs, including roofs, plumbing, heating and cooling systems, and school broadband. However, the proposal faces uncertainty as it must pass a sharply divided Congress.
What Lawmakers Are Proposing
Sen. Mazie Hirono has joined a bicameral group of lawmakers to roll out the Rebuild America’s Schools Act of 2026, a measure that would create a $130 billion fund over five years, according to Sen. Hirono’s Office. Roughly $100 billion would flow through formula grants, with another $30 billion in school construction bond…..