HI SR99

Urges the Governor to begin discussions and establish public-private partnerships to build prisons, re-entry centers, drug treatment facilities, and other correctional facilities in Hawaii to address prison overcrowding.

Notes that Hawaii spends over $50,000,000 annually to incarcerate inmates on the mainland, with funds circulating in other state economies rather than Hawaii's economy.

Identifies benefits of in-state facilities including local construction and public safety jobs, ability to keep inmates close to supportive families, and improved rehabilitation and re-entry efforts.

Highlights that private companies are willing to finance projects without upfront state funds, with monthly payments after completion and eventual ownership reverting to the State.

Directs transmission of a certified copy of the resolution to the Governor and Director of Public Safety.