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HI SR179

Resolution

Status

Passed

3/30/2021

Primary Sponsor

Bennette Misalucha

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Origin

Senate

2021 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Executive Office on Aging (EOA) is encouraged to study and identify the number of kupuna in Hawaii struggling with digital literacy, lacking broadband access, and lacking computer equipment.

  • EOA is encouraged to form a working group led by the EOA Director (or designee) to develop an outreach plan and curriculum to increase digital literacy among kupuna, with participation from government agencies, organizations, and subject matter experts.

  • EOA is urged to partner with nonprofit organizations working to increase digital literacy and access for kupuna and other underserved communities.

  • EOA must submit a report of findings, remediation plan, and any proposed legislation to the Legislature no later than twenty days prior to the 2023 Regular Session.

  • Certified copies of the resolution shall be transmitted to the Governor and Director of the Executive Office on Aging.

Legislative Description

Urging The Executive Office On Aging To Form A Working Group And Develop A Plan For Outreach To Kupuna To Remediate A Lack Of Digital Literacy, Broadband Access, And Computer Equipment.

Executive Office on Aging

Last Action

Certified copies of resolutions sent, 06-21-21.

6/21/2021

Committee Referrals

Human Services3/16/2021

Full Bill Text

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