H.B. 1130 Summary

• Appropriates general revenues to the Department of Public Safety for fiscal year 2023-2024 to establish and administer level I trauma-informed certification programs for adult corrections officers statewide.

• Requires certification programs to include three courses, with a basic trauma-informed care course for adult corrections officers, particularly those assigned to women's community correctional facilities.

• Bases the trauma-informed care curriculum on an existing successful course implemented by Windward Community College for mental health technicians at Hawaii State Hospital.

• Aims to improve corrections professionals' ability to assess and interact with trauma-affected individuals, leading to better rehabilitation outcomes, reduced recidivism, and fewer disciplinary infractions.

• Takes effect on June 30, 3000 (effective date as written in bill text).