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GM 5

Letter dated March 11, 2025, requesting the immediate passage of H.B. No. 1153, H.D. 1, Relating to Funding Adjustments for State Programs, with proposed amendments inserting emergency appropriation provisions for the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation.

2025 Regular Session

GM 5 ensures emergency funding for O'ahu and Hawai'i Community Correctional Centers to cover payroll and operational costs, maintaining safety and security in facilities.

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Bill Summary · GM 5

Summary of GM 5: Emergency Appropriation for State Programs

Bill Overview

Bill Number: GM 5
Title: Letter dated March 11, 2025, requesting the immediate passage of H.B. No. 1153, H.D. 1, Relating to Funding Adjustments for State Programs
Status: Received
Introduced: March 12, 2025
Classification: Proclamation
Subject: Emergency Appropriation Bill, GOV, H.D. 1, Ltr, Requesting Immediate Passage of H.B. No. 1153

Purpose and Intent

The primary purpose of GM 5 is to facilitate the immediate passage of House Bill No. 1153, H.D. 1, which aims to address funding shortfalls for the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation in Hawaii. The bill seeks to provide emergency appropriations to ensure that critical operational needs are met for specific correctional facilities during the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2025.

Key Provisions

  • Emergency Appropriations: The bill proposes amendments to allocate additional general funds as emergency appropriations specifically for:

    • O'ahu Community Correctional Center (PSD 407)
    • Hawai'i Community Correctional Center (PSD 405)

  • Funding Adjustments: The additional funds are intended to cover:

    • Payroll shortfalls
    • Increased operational costs in the fourth quarter of FY 25

  • Budget Neutrality: To maintain budget neutrality, the additional appropriations will be offset by reductions from:

    • Women's Community Correctional Center (PSD 409)
    • Maui Community Correctional Facility (PSD 406)

Impact

The passage of GM 5 and the associated House Bill No. 1153 will directly affect the operations of the O'ahu and Hawai'i Community Correctional Centers by ensuring they have the necessary funding to meet payroll and operational expenses. This is critical for maintaining the safety and security of these facilities and the individuals within them.

Procedural Aspects

  • Timeline of Legislative Actions:
    • March 12, 2025: The bill was filed and received by the legislature.

The Governor, Josh Green, has emphasized the urgency of this request, indicating the need for swift legislative action to prevent disruptions in the operations of the correctional facilities.

Conclusion

GM 5 serves as a crucial legislative measure aimed at addressing immediate funding needs within Hawaii's correctional system. By facilitating the passage of H.B. No. 1153, the bill seeks to ensure that essential services continue without interruption while adhering to budgetary constraints.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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