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HI HR195

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Introduced

3/10/2023

Primary Sponsor

Lauren Matsumoto

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Origin

House of Representatives

2023 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Urges the Department of Education to provide additional funding to hire and train afternoon childcare aides equipped to care for children with disabilities
  • Requests the Department of Education collaborate with appropriate partners and stakeholders to seek further solutions addressing childcare needs for Hawaii families
  • Acknowledges that childcare costs are a significant burden on Hawaii family budgets, particularly for children requiring specialized attention due to disabilities
  • Notes that increasing employer requirements for in-person work has increased demand for childcare facilities and aides trained to serve children with disabilities
  • Directs certified copies of the resolution be transmitted to the Department of Education Superintendent, Board of Education members, Governor, Lieutenant Governor, and Hawaii State Legislature members

Legislative Description

Urging The Department Of Education To Provide More Funding And Explore Additional Options To Support Afternoon Childcare For Children With Special Needs.

Last Action

Referred to EDN, FIN, referral sheet 20

3/15/2023

Committee Referrals

Education3/15/2023

Full Bill Text

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