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Story summary
- Hawaii's Department of Education faced criticism for failing to provide clear records of nearly $4 million spent on over 8,000 trips in 2025.
- Lawmakers say the DOE submitted incomplete travel records, lacking job titles and funding sources.
- Concerns about transparency have grown amid budget constraints and federal funding cuts.
- Lawmakers seek stricter reporting, including a two-year moratorium on state-funded travel, except for essential trips.
