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HI SCR29

Concurrent Resolution

Status

Introduced

3/8/2022

Primary Sponsor

Bennette Misalucha

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Origin

Senate

2022 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requests the Department of Education (not Health as stated in title) to develop and implement a vitamin supplement distribution program in partnership with the Hawaii Foodbank for public school students.

  • Cites peer-reviewed studies from 2021 showing vitamin supplements improve physical growth and academic performance in school-aged children.

  • Notes that vitamins and minerals are essential for cell growth, immune function, calcium absorption, and bone development, with deficiencies linked to osteoporosis, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and hypertension.

  • Directs certified copies of the resolution to be transmitted to the Superintendent of the Department of Education, Chairperson of the Board of Education, and President of the Hawaii Foodbank.

Legislative Description

Requesting The Department Of Health To Work In Partnership With The Hawaii Foodbank To Develop And Implement A Vitamin Supplement Distribution Program For Public School Students.

Department of Education

Last Action

The committee on HTH deferred the measure.

3/30/2022

Committee Referrals

Health3/11/2022

Full Bill Text

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