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HI SCR32

Concurrent Resolution

Status

Engrossed

3/4/2010

Primary Sponsor

Rosalyn Baker

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Origin

Senate

2010 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes a Hawaii State Fall Prevention Task Force to develop a statewide approach to reducing falls among older adults
  • Addresses the finding that one-third of elders in Hawaii communities fall each year, with significant monetary and emotional costs to individuals and families
  • Recognizes that many falls are preventable and emphasizes the importance of educating older adults on prevention tactics and facilitating active prevention efforts
  • Amendments designate a specific convener, designate the task force chair, and determine which entity is responsible for drafting legislation
  • Incorporates technical and stylistic changes for clarity and consistency

Legislative Description

Fall Prevention Task Force SD1

Last Action

(H) Referred to HLT, FIN, referral sheet 39

3/5/2010

Committee Referrals

Human Services1/29/2010

Full Bill Text

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