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HI SCR85

Concurrent Resolution

Status

Engrossed

4/4/2022

Primary Sponsor

Brian Taniguchi

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Origin

Senate

2022 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requests the Honolulu Police Department to use geographic information system (GIS) mapping to create a comprehensive map of illegal fireworks complaints and incidents on Oahu.

  • Cites approximately 800 fireworks-related calls received by HPD from New Year's Eve 2021 to New Year's Day 2022, with only 1 arrest and 32 citations issued despite increased enforcement efforts.

  • Notes that illegal fireworks use is an ongoing statewide problem, particularly severe on Oahu where discharge occurs nearly year-round in some communities.

  • Recognizes that GIS mapping technology has successfully assisted law enforcement in mapping crime patterns, identifying hot spots, and aiding crime prevention and investigation.

  • Directs certified copies of the resolution be transmitted to the Mayor of the City and County of Honolulu and the Interim Chief of Police of the Honolulu Police Department.

Legislative Description

Requesting The Honolulu Police Department To Utilize Geographic Information System Mapping To Establish A Comprehensive And Detailed Map Of Complaints And Incidents On Oahu Related To Illegal Fireworks Use.

Illegal Fireworks

Last Action

Referred to CPC, FIN, referral sheet 44

4/4/2022

Committee Referrals

Consumer Protection & Commerce4/4/2022
Public Safety, Intergovernmental and Military Affairs3/16/2022

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