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Construction bill advances amid support, labor concerns
By: Victoria Budiono at Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Published on: April 6, 2026
A proposal to overhaul how Hawaii builds public schools is advancing at the state Capitol, as lawmakers seek faster, more cost- effective solutions to overcrowding and rapid growth in areas like Kapolei and Ewa, with a key decision scheduled for Tuesday morning.
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