H.R. 92 Summary

• Encourages the University of Hawaii to evaluate and expand current mental health services for students, citing increased demand for mental health support on campuses.

• Requests that the University hire additional mental health professionals and support staff to adequately meet the growing needs of the student body.

• Encourages the University to enhance accessibility and scope of mental health programs by extending counseling hours, improving crisis response, and implementing proactive outreach initiatives.

• Requests that the University provide periodic updates to the Legislature on its efforts to expand mental health services, including documentation of new support structures and enhancements.

• Directs transmission of certified copies of the resolution to the President of the University of Hawaii System and Chairperson of the Board of Regents.