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HI HR129
Resolution
Status
3/10/2023
Primary Sponsor
Ernesto Ganaden
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AI Summary
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Request county police departments to develop and provide updated training in collaboration with the Department of Health and University of Hawaii for officers who frequently interact with individuals experiencing homelessness, behavioral health issues, or mental health issues
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Request the Department of Health to provide trained personnel to accompany county police officers on calls involving homelessness, behavioral health, substance use, or mental health issues to assist with referrals and support services
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Request the University of Hawaii to provide technical assistance including training and professional development for behavioral health personnel, development of paid student externships for health and social science students, and assessment of current coordination between law enforcement and social service providers
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Resolution is modeled on Seattle's LEAD (Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion) program established in 2011, which has demonstrated success in reducing recidivism and improving housing and employment outcomes
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Direct certified copies to be sent to the Governor's Coordinator on Homelessness, Director of Health, University of Hawaii President, county police chiefs, and Partners in Care Executive Director
Legislative Description
Requesting Increased Interagency Coordination And Collaboration Between County Law Enforcement Agencies, Social Service Providers, And Other Stakeholders To Assist And Divert More Individuals From The Criminal Justice System.
DOH
Last Action
Referred to JHA, FIN, referral sheet 20
3/15/2023