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HI HR24

Resolution

Status

Passed

3/30/2023

Primary Sponsor

Sean Quinlan

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Origin

House of Representatives

2023 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Urges the City and County of Honolulu and Honolulu Police Department to increase police presence in Haleiwa due to rising homelessness and crime in the area.

  • Acknowledges Hawaii has one of the highest rates of homelessness in the nation and identifies homelessness as a contributing factor to crime.

  • Notes Haleiwa's importance as a residential area and popular tourist destination known for surfing, food, and shopping, with visitors frequently victimized by theft and other crimes.

  • Expresses concern about violent crime committed by unsheltered persons and identifies increased law enforcement presence as a means to deter crime and improve safety.

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

Legislative Description

Urging The City And County Of Honolulu And Honolulu Police Department To Increase Police Presence In Haleiwa Due To An Increase In Homeless Individuals And Crime In The Area.

Homeless

Last Action

Resolution adopted in final form.

3/30/2023

Committee Referrals

Tourism3/3/2023

Full Bill Text

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