Increases funding for Hawaii judiciary to support community-based organizations delivering essential services.
The bill provides increased funding for the Hawaii judiciary to support community-based organizations that deliver essential services, streamline judicial processes, and support vulnerable households. These services include legal aid, mediation, case management, and behavioral interventions. The funding aims to address barriers faced by low-income individuals, families in crisis, and persons with behavioral health needs in navigating the legal system. The appropriations will be used for fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027. The Act takes effect on July 1, 2025.
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