HI SCR150

Supports the federal Community Services Block Grant program, which traces its origins to President Lyndon Johnson's "Great Society" anti-poverty initiatives and serves as the only federal program exclusively focused on reducing poverty.

Highlights Hawaii's community action agencies: four agencies employ over 800 individuals and serve 63,776 people in 38,817 low-income families, generating nearly $47 million in local funds ($10.92 in local funds for every grant dollar).

Opposes proposed 50% budget cuts to the Community Services Block Grant program by the President and members of Congress, arguing such cuts would severely impact vulnerable populations during a financial crisis when services are most needed.

Directs transmission of the resolution to the President of the United States, Senate Majority Leader, Speaker of the House, and Hawaii's Congressional delegation.