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This concurrent resolution requests the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency (HI-EMA) to collaborate with various county-level emergency management agencies to develop initiatives and outreach programs specifically designed to inform kupuna (Hawaiian term for elderly or senior citizens) about emergency preparedness. The resolution highlights the state's increasing vulnerability to natural disasters like hurricanes, tsunamis, earthquakes, and volcanic eruptions, and emphasizes the particular risks faced by older adults, who represent over 19% of Hawaii's population and are more susceptible to emergency challenges due to physical limitations, chronic health conditions, and limited access to communication technologies. By creating targeted educational efforts and community outreach programs, the resolution aims to improve elderly residents' knowledge and resources for protecting themselves during emergencies, ultimately enhancing their chances of survival and reducing the potential strain on emergency services. The resolution calls for HI-EMA to work with emergency management agencies from Honolulu, Hawaii, Maui, and Kauai counties to develop these critical informational and preparedness initiatives for kupuna.

Government Affairs, Housing and Urban Affairs, Military Affairs and Security

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SCR&billnumber=22&year=2025