Establishes an independent office of the child advocate to oversee and evaluate services for children and their families in Hawaii.

The bill establishes an independent office of the child advocate within the office of the ombudsman to oversee and evaluate the delivery of services to children and their families by state agencies. The child advocate will receive and investigate complaints, conduct system-wide examinations, and issue annual reports with findings and recommendations. The office will ensure compliance with applicable laws, recommend revisions, and provide outreach to educate the public.

Establishes an independent office of the child advocate to oversee and evaluate services for children and their families in Hawaii.

The bill establishes an independent office of the child advocate within the office of the ombudsman to oversee and evaluate the delivery of services to children and their families by state agencies. The child advocate will receive and investigate complaints, conduct system-wide examinations, and issue annual reports with findings and recommendations. The office will ensure compliance with applicable laws, recommend revisions, and provide outreach to educate the public.