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SCR 214

URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND HAWAIʻI EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY TO ADOPT A CURRICULUM FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS TO PARTICIPATE IN THE YOUTH CIVIL DEFENSE CORPS.

2024 Regular Session Introduced by Angus McKelvey

SCR 214 urges Hawaiʻi to develop a curriculum for high school students to join the Youth Civil Defense Corps, boosting disaster preparedness and community resilience.

Referred to EDU/PSM.
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Bill Summary · SCR 214

Summary of SCR 214: Urging the Adoption of a Youth Civil Defense Corps Curriculum

Bill Overview

Bill Number: SCR 214
Title: Urging the Department of Education and Hawaiʻi Emergency Management Agency to Adopt a Curriculum for High School Students to Participate in the Youth Civil Defense Corps
Status: Referred to EDU/PSM
Introduced: March 08, 2024
Classification: Concurrent Resolution
Subject Areas: Department of Education, Disaster Management, Emergencies, Hawaiʻi Emergency Management Agency, Youth Civil Defense Corps

Purpose and Intent

SCR 214 aims to encourage the Hawaiʻi Department of Education and the Hawaiʻi Emergency Management Agency to develop and implement a curriculum that enables high school students to actively participate in the Youth Civil Defense Corps. The intent of this initiative is to enhance disaster preparedness and response capabilities among youth, fostering a sense of civic responsibility and community service.

Key Provisions

  • Curriculum Development: The resolution calls for the creation of a structured educational program that will teach high school students about civil defense, emergency preparedness, and disaster response.
  • Youth Engagement: The proposed curriculum will facilitate student involvement in the Youth Civil Defense Corps, allowing them to gain practical skills and knowledge related to emergency management.
  • Collaboration: The resolution emphasizes the need for collaboration between the Department of Education and the Hawaiʻi Emergency Management Agency to ensure the curriculum is effective and relevant to the needs of the community.

Impact

  • Students: High school students in Hawaiʻi will have the opportunity to learn about disaster preparedness and engage in community service through the Youth Civil Defense Corps.
  • Communities: The initiative aims to strengthen community resilience by equipping young individuals with the skills necessary to respond to emergencies and disasters.
  • Educational Institutions: Schools will be tasked with integrating this curriculum into their existing programs, potentially requiring additional resources and training for educators.

Procedural Aspects

  • Legislative Actions:
    • March 08, 2024: SCR 214 was offered in the legislature.
    • March 14, 2024: The bill was referred to the Education (EDU) and Public Safety, Intergovernmental, and Military Affairs (PSM) committees for further consideration.

Related Legislation

  • SR 190: A companion resolution that may address similar themes or objectives related to youth engagement in civil defense.

This resolution represents a proactive step towards enhancing disaster preparedness education among Hawaiʻi's youth, aiming to cultivate a generation that is informed and ready to respond to emergencies.

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

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