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This Concurrent Resolution requests the University of Hawaii to investigate whether it is practical and achievable to create and start a nursing program at Honolulu Community College. The resolution highlights the significant statewide nursing shortage, the negative impact of nursing vacancies on patient care, and the particular healthcare needs of vulnerable populations in the Kalihi area, which has many assisted living and long-term care facilities. It notes that currently, only Kapiolani Community College offers a community college-level nursing program in urban Honolulu, and suggests that a program at Honolulu Community College could provide local educational and professional opportunities for students, potentially leading to more nurses with a deep understanding of the community's needs. The University of Hawaii is required to submit a report of its findings and any recommendations, including potential legislative proposals, to the State Legislature by a specific date before the 2023 legislative session.