Establishes the office of the state search and rescue coordinator to oversee and coordinate search and rescue operations in Hawaii.

The bill establishes the office of the state search and rescue coordinator within the governor's office to oversee and coordinate search and rescue operations across Hawaii. The coordinator will be responsible for optimizing resource allocation, coordinating cost-sharing and reimbursement opportunities, and reducing the fiscal burden on the state. Key duties include reviewing search and rescue readiness, coordinating efforts among local agencies, establishing training standards, and preparing annual reports.

Establishes the office of the state search and rescue coordinator to oversee and coordinate search and rescue operations in Hawaii.

The bill establishes the office of the state search and rescue coordinator within the governor's office to oversee and coordinate search and rescue operations across Hawaii. The coordinator will be responsible for optimizing resource allocation, coordinating cost-sharing and reimbursement opportunities, and reducing the fiscal burden on the state. Key duties include reviewing search and rescue readiness, coordinating efforts among local agencies, establishing training standards, and preparing annual reports.