HI HB1045

Adds a four-month residency requirement for applicants and recipients of public assistance under Hawaii Revised Statutes Section 346-29, making ineligible anyone who has been a resident of the State for less than four months.

Defines "resident" as a person who is physically present in the State at the time the person establishes domicile and demonstrates intent to make Hawaii their primary residence.

Applies the same four-month residency requirement to applicants for state low-income housing projects under Section 356D-42, prohibiting tenant selection of anyone who has not been a resident for at least four months.

Requires the Department of Public Assistance to examine inmate lists from correctional facilities to determine public assistance eligibility regardless of offense type or incarceration duration.

Takes effect upon approval and does not affect rights, duties, penalties, or proceedings that occurred before the effective date.