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This resolution condemns the impact of federal budget cuts on Hawaii's programs and services, highlighting significant economic and social consequences for the state. The resolution outlines concerns about approximately 2,200 federal job losses, potential economic recession, and substantial cuts to critical programs like Medicaid and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). It specifically notes the adverse effects on conservation efforts at wildlife refuges, healthcare access for over 420,000 Medicaid recipients, and food security for 600,000 residents, including 70,000 children. The resolution criticizes the Trump administration and Congress for implementing budget reductions that disproportionately harm Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander communities, rural areas, and vulnerable populations like seniors and individuals with disabilities. Furthermore, it urges the federal administration to reconsider these decisions, calls on the Governor to develop mitigation strategies, and requests that copies of the resolution be sent to key federal and state officials, including the President, congressional leadership, and Hawaii's congressional delegation, to draw attention to the potential devastating impacts of these budget cuts.

Budget and Finance

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HR&billnumber=198&year=2025