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HB 316

RELATING TO THE GREEN JOBS YOUTH CORPS.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Mark Hashem

Hawaii establishes Green Jobs Youth Corps program creating paid environmental training and employment opportunities for young residents to address youth unemployment while advancing sustainability goals.

Act 101, 05/27/2025 (Gov. Msg. No. 1201).
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Bill Summary · HB 316

Legislative bill overview

HB 316 establishes the Green Jobs Youth Corps program in Hawaii, creating employment and training opportunities for young people in environmental and sustainability-focused work. The bill has been signed into law as Act 101, providing structure and funding for youth participation in green infrastructure projects across the state.

Why is this important

This program addresses two policy goals simultaneously: youth unemployment and underemployment while advancing Hawaii's environmental sustainability objectives. Young workers gain paid experience in growing green industries while contributing to climate resilience projects, potentially creating a pipeline for long-term environmental careers in the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding and budget allocation - The bill requires state resources during fiscal constraints; critics may question whether this competes with other youth programs or essential services
  • Program effectiveness metrics - Unclear measurable outcomes for job placement, wage progression, or environmental impact could make accountability difficult
  • Eligibility and access equity - Questions remain about geographic distribution across islands, whether underserved communities receive equal access, and how income/demographic targeting is determined

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

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