Hawaii HB2622 provides funding to the Hawaii emergency management agency to enhance language access for residents with limited English proficiency.

Hawaii HB2622 allocates funds to the Hawaii emergency management agency to improve language access for residents with limited English proficiency. This bill aims to address the needs of Hawaii's diverse population, including immigrants who contribute significantly to the state's economy. The agency will use the funds to hire additional bilingual staff, ensuring better communication, especially during emergencies. The bill highlights the importance of language access in fulfilling civil rights and complying with federal mandates.

Hawaii HB2622 provides funding to the Hawaii emergency management agency to enhance language access for residents with limited English proficiency.

Hawaii HB2622 allocates funds to the Hawaii emergency management agency to improve language access for residents with limited English proficiency. This bill aims to address the needs of Hawaii's diverse population, including immigrants who contribute significantly to the state's economy. The agency will use the funds to hire additional bilingual staff, ensuring better communication, especially during emergencies. The bill highlights the importance of language access in fulfilling civil rights and complying with federal mandates.