HI HB1195

Appropriates funds to the Department of Health for outreach to homeless persons with serious and persistent mental illness for fiscal years 2017-2018 and 2018-2019.

Appropriates funds to the Department of Health for outreach, counseling, and diversion services for homeless unsheltered persons experiencing substance abuse, including a dedicated portion for the law enforcement assisted diversion pilot project.

Appropriates funds to the Department of Human Services for outreach to homeless individuals and families with children.

Appropriates funds to the Office of Youth Services within the Department of Human Services for outreach to unaccompanied homeless youth, civil legal services for homeless persons, and ongoing rental subsidies to reduce and prevent homelessness.

Addresses Hawaii's highest per capita homelessness rate in the nation through a multi-faceted approach targeting specific populations including the mentally ill, substance abusers, families with children, and vulnerable youth.