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SB 2222

MAKING AN APPROPRIATION TO THE DEPARTMENT OF EMERGENCY SERVICES OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU.

2024 Regular Session Introduced by Ron Kouchi

SB 2222 allocates funds to Honolulu's Department of Emergency Services, ensuring continued support for emergency response and public safety amid budget constraints.

Reported from GVO (Stand. Com. Rep. No. 2563) with recommendation of passage on Second Reading and referral to WAM.
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Bill Summary · SB 2222

Summary of SB 2222: Appropriation to the Department of Emergency Services of the City and County of Honolulu

Purpose and Intent

Senate Bill 2222 (SB 2222) aims to make an appropriation to the Department of Emergency Services (ESD) of the City and County of Honolulu. The bill is designed to ensure that the ESD has the necessary funding to continue its operations effectively, particularly in light of exceeding the general fund expenditure ceiling.

Key Provisions

  • Appropriation: The bill proposes a financial allocation to the ESD, although the specific dollar amount is not detailed in the provided information.
  • General Fund Expenditure Ceiling: The bill addresses the situation where the ESD has exceeded its general fund expenditure ceiling, indicating a need for additional financial resources to support emergency services.

Legislative Actions

  • Introduced: January 18, 2024
  • First Reading: The bill passed its first reading on the same day it was introduced.
  • Committee Review:
    • The bill was referred to the Public Safety, Intergovernmental, and Military Affairs (PSM) and Ways and Means (WAM) committees.
    • It was later re-referred to the Government Operations (GVO) and WAM committees.
    • A public hearing was scheduled for February 13, 2024, at 4:00 PM.
  • Committee Recommendation: On February 13, 2024, the GVO committee recommended that the measure be passed unamended. The vote was 3 in favor, with no opposition and 2 excused.
  • Second Reading: The bill passed its second reading on February 16, 2024, and was referred to the WAM committee for further consideration.

Affected Parties

The primary entity affected by this bill is the Department of Emergency Services of the City and County of Honolulu. The appropriation is intended to support the department's operations, which may include emergency response, disaster management, and public safety services for the residents of Honolulu.

Procedural Timeline

  • January 18, 2024: Bill introduced and passed first reading.
  • February 7, 2024: Re-referred to GVO and WAM.
  • February 9, 2024: Public hearing scheduled.
  • February 13, 2024: GVO committee recommended passage.
  • February 16, 2024: Bill passed second reading and referred to WAM.

Related Legislation

  • HB 1852: This bill serves as a companion to SB 2222, indicating that there may be parallel efforts in the House to address similar issues regarding funding for emergency services.

This summary provides an overview of SB 2222, highlighting its purpose, key provisions, legislative actions, and potential impact on emergency services in Honolulu.

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

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