HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
THE SENATE
THE TWENTY-SIXTH LEGISLATURE
INTERIM OF 2011
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COMMITTEE ON HOUSING |
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Rep. Rida Cabanilla, Chair |
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Rep. Pono Chong, Vice Chair |
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COMMITTEE ON HUMAN SERVICES |
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Rep. John M. Mizuno, Chair |
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Rep. Jo Jordan, Vice Chair
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NOTICE OF INFORMATIONAL BRIEFING
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DATE: |
Monday, November 28, 2011 |
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TIME: |
2:00 p.m. |
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PLACE: |
Conference Room 329 State Capitol 415 South Beretania Street |
A G E N D A
The purpose of this informational briefing is to discuss the important work of clean and sober living programs and their recovery and rehabilitative focused efforts, as an effective option to better address homelessness, those suffering from either a mental condition or substance addiction, and those who are dually diagnosed, suffering from both a mental condition and drug addiction.
During the briefing, discussion will focus on "best practices" as well as legislation and policy that are deemed critical to creating a comprehensive framework to better address Hawaii's needy. The briefing will also focus on input from the neighborhood and community on the issues presented.
At the conclusion of the briefing, the chairs of the participating committees will summarize the suggested solutions ascertained from this briefing and review any proposed bills and resolutions to better address community services focused toward independence and self-sufficiency in Hawaii.
The following organizations or individuals have been invited to participate:
Department of Human Services
Alahou Clean and Sober Program
Hina Mauka
Catholic Charities of Hawaii
United Way
Victory Ohana
Other programs or individuals advocating for recovery and rehabilitation for the chronically homeless and those suffering from a drug addiction and/or mental condition
ONLY TESTIMONY FROM THOSE ON THE TESTIFIER LIST WILL BE ACCEPTED.
Persons on the testifiers list wishing to offer comments should submit testimony at least 24 hours prior to the hearing with a transmittal cover indicating:
· Testifier's name with position/title and organization;
· The Committee the comments are directed to;
· The date and time of the hearing or briefing;
· Measure number if applicable; and
· The number of copies the Committee is requesting.
While every effort will be made to copy, organize, and collate all testimony received, materials received on the day of the hearing/briefing or improperly identified or directed to the incorrect office, may be distributed to the Committee after the hearing.
Submit testimony in ONE of the following ways:
PAPER: One copy (including an original) to Room 315 in the State Capitol;
FAX: For comments less than 5 pages in length, transmit to 586-6080 (Oahu) or 1-800-535-3859 (Neighbor Islands); or
EMAIL: For comments less than 5 pages in length, transmit to HUStestimony@Capitol.hawaii.gov.
Testimony submitted will be placed on the Legislative Web site after the hearing adjourns. This public posting of testimony on the Web site should be considered when including personal information in your testimony.
No public testimony will be accepted.
If you require special assistance or auxiliary aids and/or services to participate in the informational briefing (i.e., sign language interpreter or wheelchair accessibility), please contact the Committee Clerk at 586-6050 to make a request for arrangements at least 24 hours prior to the briefing. Prompt requests help to ensure the availability of qualified individuals and appropriate accommodations.
For further information, please call the Committee Clerk at 586-6080.
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___________________________________ Rep. Rida T.R. Cabanilla Chair |
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__________________________________ Rep. John M. Mizuno Chair |
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___________________________________ Rep. Gilbert Keith-Agaran Chair ________________________________________ Rep. Gilbert Keith-Agaran Chair
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APPROVED :
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__________________________________ Rep. Calvin K.Y. Say Speaker of the House |