HI HB2072

Establishes one full-time permanent Veterans Coordinator position in the Office of Veterans' Services within the Department of Defense to assist all veterans, with primary focus on female veterans who served on active duty for their full activation period.

Appropriates funds from general revenues for fiscal year 2014-2015 to support the new Veterans Coordinator position (specific dollar amount left blank in bill text).

Addresses the unique needs of female veterans in areas including medical and mental health care, child care services, housing, and financial assistance, based on recommendations from the Hawaii Women Military Veterans Task Force.

Responds to identified issues affecting female veterans including military sexual trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder, homelessness, and joblessness during reentry to civilian life.

Takes effect July 1, 2050.