HI HR64

Requests the Federal Communications Commission to require all television stations broadcasting in Hawaii to allocate time slots for public service announcements on disaster preparedness for both natural and man-made disasters.

Cites Hawaii's vulnerability to natural disasters such as tsunamis, hurricanes, and tropical storms, as well as man-made disaster threats from recent domestic and international events.

Notes that public awareness of proper disaster procedures remains insufficient despite existing safety measures, citing the 2018 false ballistic missile alert as evidence of inadequate public education.

Acknowledges that while disaster information is available online, television broadcasts are necessary to reach populations without internet access and provide multiple platforms for information dissemination.

Directs transmission of certified copies of the resolution to the Federal Communications Commission Chairperson and Hawaii's congressional delegation.