Hawaii HB814 allocates funds for public health campaigns and grants to prevent and treat youth cannabis use.

Hawaii HB814 addresses the public health risks of cannabis use among youth by funding initiatives to prevent and treat substance misuse. The bill allocates $4,000,000 for a public health and informational campaign to educate the public about the risks of cannabis use, especially among youth. It also provides $5,000,000 in grants for community-based organizations to implement prevention strategies, such as public education and media campaigns. Additionally, the bill allocates $2,000,000 for grants to treat substance use disorder among youth, focusing on evidence-based treatment services.

Hawaii HB814 allocates funds for public health campaigns and grants to prevent and treat youth cannabis use.

Hawaii HB814 addresses the public health risks of cannabis use among youth by funding initiatives to prevent and treat substance misuse. The bill allocates $4,000,000 for a public health and informational campaign to educate the public about the risks of cannabis use, especially among youth. It also provides $5,000,000 in grants for community-based organizations to implement prevention strategies, such as public education and media campaigns. Additionally, the bill allocates $2,000,000 for grants to treat substance use disorder among youth, focusing on evidence-based treatment services.