SB3244 recognizes the Statewide Independent Living Council of Hawaii and designates the Department of Human Services, Division of Vocational.

SB3244 provides statutory recognition of the Statewide Independent Living Council of Hawaii, a nonprofit organization, and designates the Department of Human Services, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, as the designated state entity for federal independent living funds. The council operates independently and autonomously, consistent with federal requirements. The council, in partnership with the Centers for Independent Living and the designated state entity, will jointly develop, monitor, and evaluate the state plan for independent living.

SB3244 recognizes the Statewide Independent Living Council of Hawaii and designates the Department of Human Services, Division of Vocational.

SB3244 provides statutory recognition of the Statewide Independent Living Council of Hawaii, a nonprofit organization, and designates the Department of Human Services, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, as the designated state entity for federal independent living funds. The council operates independently and autonomously, consistent with federal requirements. The council, in partnership with the Centers for Independent Living and the designated state entity, will jointly develop, monitor, and evaluate the state plan for independent living.