HI HR267

Commends the Hawaii Meth Project for using innovative media messaging and the "Not Even Once" campaign to reduce methamphetamine use in Hawaii.

Recognizes that Hawaii ranks #3 nationally for meth-related treatment admissions and #4 for meth-related drug offenses, with meth-related emergency room costs totaling $43 million in 2006.

Notes the Meth Project's prevention campaign reaches 70-90% of Hawaii teens statewide 3-5 times per week across television, radio, internet, and newspaper ads.

Cites the original Montana Meth Project's success with meth use among teens declining 63%, meth-related crime dropping 62%, and workers testing positive for meth declining 72%.

Acknowledges the Hawaii Meth Project provides teens with factual information about meth's devastating effects and creates a safe forum for young adults to share their stories with peers.