HI SB732

Directs the legislative reference bureau to conduct a study examining the efficacy of the Hawaii CARES program operated by the department of health's behavioral health administration adult mental health division.

Study must summarize Hawaii CARES responses and interventions from the past five years, including incidents related to mental health, substance abuse, suicide threats, conflict resolution, and welfare checks on Oahu.

Study must examine whether any Hawaii CARES responses involved an armed response and provide financial reports for the preceding five fiscal years.

Legislative reference bureau shall consult with the department of health, department of human services, Honolulu police department, and department of budget and finance during the study.

Legislative reference bureau must submit findings, recommendations, and any proposed legislation to the legislature no later than twenty days before the 2022 regular session convenes.