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This resolution encourages the University of Hawaii to comprehensively evaluate and expand its mental health services for students, recognizing the critical importance of student mental health to academic success and overall campus well-being. The resolution highlights the growing demand for mental health support and recommends that the university hire additional mental health professionals, extend counseling hours, improve crisis response, and implement proactive outreach initiatives. Specifically, the university is urged to expand existing services by adding support staff, enhance the accessibility of mental health programs, and provide periodic updates to the Legislature about improvements made to student support structures. The underlying rationale is that investing in mental health resources will contribute to improved academic performance, student retention, and the development of a resilient future workforce, while aligning with the state's commitment to resident well-being. The resolution requests that copies be transmitted to the University of Hawaii System President and Board of Regents Chairperson, emphasizing the legislative body's interest in supporting student mental health.

Education, Health and Social Services

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HR&billnumber=92&year=2025