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HI SCR73
Concurrent Resolution
Status
3/31/2021
Primary Sponsor
Joy San Buenaventura
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AI Summary
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Urges the Hawaii State Department of Defense to continue operating the Hawaii National Guard Youth Challenge Academy's Hilo Campus, which faces potential closure due to budget constraints and would eliminate 42 positions.
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The program serves 16-18 year old "at-promise" youth with a 22-week residential phase followed by one year of community-based mentoring, focusing on character, education, life skills, and responsible citizenship.
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Program outcomes show 78% of graduates receive high school equivalency diplomas, 48% enter the workforce, 19% continue education, and 6% join the military, with participants contributing over 9,000 hours of community service annually valued at $175,000.
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Emphasizes the Hilo Campus is particularly important for at-risk youth in rural east Hawaii island where resources are limited and tailored programming addresses local needs.
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Directs certified copies be sent to the Governor, Adjutant General, Director of Public Safety, and Superintendent of Education.
Legislative Description
Urging The State Of Hawaii Department Of Defense To Continue To Operate The Hawaii National Guard Youth Challenge Academy Hilo Campus.
Department of Defense
Last Action
Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) McDermott excused (1).
4/8/2021