HB 1766 Summary

• Appropriates $35,000,000 to Hawaii Public Housing Authority for public housing improvements and renovations statewide in fiscal year 2018-2019.

• Appropriates $3,750,000 to Department of Human Services for Housing First programs serving chronically homeless individuals.

• Appropriates $3,750,000 to Department of Human Services for Rapid Rehousing programs to help homeless individuals and families obtain or maintain permanent housing.

• Appropriates $800,000 to Hawaii Public Housing Authority for a state rent supplement pilot program providing up to $500 monthly assistance and financial counseling to 100 families with minor children at risk of homelessness.

• Appropriates $2,200,000 to Department of Human Services for outreach services including $310,000 for civil legal services, $1,000,000 to Department of Health for substance abuse outreach and Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion program ($250,000), and $680,000 to Department of Human Services for the family assessment center.