Hawaii SB72 amends housing assistance criteria to prioritize those most in need and set aside units for state or county employees.

Hawaii SB72 modifies the criteria for housing assistance, prioritizing applicants most in need based on available funds. It mandates that at least a certain percentage of housing units be reserved for state or county employees. The bill outlines a ranking system for applicants, considering factors such as income, age, disabilities, and employment proximity. It also allows for additional criteria, such as returning residents who have graduated from higher education within the past two years. The changes take effect upon approval.

Hawaii SB72 amends housing assistance criteria to prioritize those most in need and set aside units for state or county employees.

Hawaii SB72 modifies the criteria for housing assistance, prioritizing applicants most in need based on available funds. It mandates that at least a certain percentage of housing units be reserved for state or county employees. The bill outlines a ranking system for applicants, considering factors such as income, age, disabilities, and employment proximity. It also allows for additional criteria, such as returning residents who have graduated from higher education within the past two years. The changes take effect upon approval.