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HI HR88
Resolution
Status
3/7/2025
Primary Sponsor
Garner Shimizu
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AI Summary
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Requests establishment of a two-year homelessness sanctuary pilot program on public land in Honolulu to provide safe housing and services for homeless individuals and families.
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Requires designation of a specific location on state or county land by November 1, 2025, with operations beginning by January 1, 2026.
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Mandates provision of central tent shelter, vehicle parking area, restroom/shower facilities, lockers, laundry facilities, waste disposal, meals, employment opportunities at minimum wage, and pet accommodation.
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Directs survey of residents to identify additional needed services such as job training, education, childcare, transportation, and gardening; high-priority needs to be funded subject to available resources.
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Requires submission of progress reports to the Legislature before regular sessions in 2026, 2027, and 2028, with pilot program termination scheduled for December 31, 2027.
Legislative Description
Requesting The Governor's Coordinator On Homelessness And The City And County Of Honolulu To Establish A Two-year Homelessness Sanctuary Pilot Program To Provide A Safe Location On Public Land For Homeless Individuals And Families To Reside And Access Services.
DHS
Last Action
Report adopted; referred to the committee(s) on FIN as amended in HD 1 with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Pierick, Souza voting no (2) and Representative(s) Hashem, Hussey, Templo, Ward excused (4).
3/27/2025