HI HR32

Requests the Criminal Justice Research Institute within the Office of the Chief Justice to conduct a study on the effects of felony disenfranchisement, with particular focus on impacts to minority groups.

Cites 2010 Office of Hawaiian Affairs study showing Native Hawaiians comprise 39% of the incarcerated population but only 24% of the general population and 25% of arrestees.

Notes that disenfranchisement laws have a disproportionate effect on communities of color, which experience higher incarceration rates than white communities.

Requires submission of findings report, including any proposed legislation, to the Legislature no later than 20 days before the convening of the 2021 Regular Session.

Directs certified copies of the resolution to be transmitted to the Director of the Criminal Justice Research Institute.