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This concurrent resolution addresses the critical issue of homelessness in Hawaii by requesting collaborative action among key state and local entities. The resolution highlights the current homeless population of 4,494 individuals and the associated challenges, including public health and safety concerns, environmental risks, and urban blight. It calls on the Statewide Office on Homelessness and Housing Solutions, Department of Law Enforcement, county homeless coordinators, local law enforcement, and social services providers to work together on five specific objectives: preventing homeless encampments near waterways, mitigating environmental pollution from trash and shopping carts, addressing safety concerns at bus stops and near businesses, facilitating access to supportive services, and supporting the Kauhale Initiative to expand emergency and transitional housing options. The resolution emphasizes the need to help homeless individuals improve their well-being and stability while protecting community health and safety. As a final step, the resolution directs certified copies to be sent to various state and county officials, as well as key homeless service organizations, to ensure widespread awareness and potential action.

Government Affairs, Housing and Urban Affairs, Justice

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HCR&billnumber=180&year=2025