HI HCR169

Urges the Hawaii State Legislature to create a State Department of Government Efficiency to investigate wasteful government spending and improve fiscal responsibility.

Cites a Harvard CAPS/Harris Poll showing 77% of voters support a full examination of government expenditures and 83% favor reducing government spending over increasing taxes.

Notes that projected state income tax cuts will cost Hawaii $5.6 billion in revenue by 2031, requiring careful and efficient use of funds.

References instances of inefficient state government spending and identifies a dedicated department to address wasteful spending as a neglected duty to taxpayers.

Directs transmission of the concurrent resolution to the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, and members of the 33rd Hawaii Legislature.