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HI HCR237
Concurrent Resolution
Status
3/9/2018
Primary Sponsor
Chris Lee
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AI Summary
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Request University of Hawaii to develop a statewide network of scientists to provide input and scientific analysis on policies under legislative consideration
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Network purpose is to ensure legislative decisions are based on objective and best available scientific research and data
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Contextualizes request with examples of successful science-informed policy (Love Canal/CERCLA 1980, Montreal Protocol 1987, polio eradication efforts, University of Hawaii climate and astronomical research)
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Notes recent federal reductions in scientific research funding and the vacant position of President's Science Advisor
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Requires transmission of certified copies to Governor, Senate President, House Speaker, University of Hawaii Board of Regents Chair, and University President
Legislative Description
Requesting The University Of Hawaii To Develop A Network Of Scientists In The State To Provide Input On And Scientific Analysis Of Policies Under Legislative Consideration.
University of Hawaii
Last Action
Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Souki excused (1).
3/28/2018