HawaiiRELATING TO CHILD WELFARE.
What it does
Establishes an independent Office of the Child Advocate within the Office of the Ombudsman to oversee and evaluate the delivery of services to children and their families by various state agencies and entities, receive and investigate complaints, and make recommendations for improvement. Requires annual reports to the Governor, Legislature, and public. Appropriates funds.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Jan 26Referred to GVO/HHS, WAM/JDC.Latest
- Jan 21Introduced and passed First Reading.Minor
- Jan 15Pending Introduction.Introduced