HI SCR84

Requests the Office of Hawaiian Affairs to convene a task force to produce a comprehensive report on strategies and resources needed to reduce recidivism among Native Hawaiians.

Cites that Native Hawaiians comprise 24 percent of Hawaii's population but 39 percent of the incarcerated population in the state prison system.

Notes that a September 2010 Office of Hawaiian Affairs report found Native Hawaiians face disparate treatment in the criminal justice system, including longer sentences, probation, and higher parole revocation rates.

Identifies lack of standard and culturally-based prison programs as key factors contributing to recidivism among Native Hawaiians.

Requires the Office of Hawaiian Affairs to submit the report to the Governor and Legislature no later than twenty days prior to the Regular Session of 2012.