Hawaii 2022 Regular Session

Hawaii House Bill HCR67

Introduced

3/10/22

Refer

3/14/22

Report Pass

3/29/22

Refer

3/29/22

Caption

Urging The Department Of Health And Department Of Human Services To Work With The Ymca Of Honolulu To Support The Mental Wellness Of The State's Youth.

Impact

The resolution highlights troubling statistics showing increases in mental health crises among youth, including significant rises in suicide attempts. In 2021, emergency room visits for suicide attempts surged by 51 percent for adolescent girls and 4 percent for boys compared to previous years. Such data underscores the necessity for community-based interventions to bolster mental wellness. By involving established organizations like the YMCA, which has a proven track record in service provision to youth, the state aims to effectively address mental health challenges and promote healthy developmental practices.

Summary

HCR67, a House Concurrent Resolution from the Thirty-first Legislature of Hawaii, seeks to address the alarming mental health challenges faced by the youth of the state as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The resolution urges the Department of Health and the Department of Human Services to collaborate with the YMCA of Honolulu in supporting the mental wellness of Hawaii's youth. Recognizing the substantial impact of the pandemic on social development and coping mechanisms for children and adolescents, this passage emphasizes the pressing need for mental health resources and support systems tailored for young individuals.

Contention

While the resolution appears to garner broad support due to the shared concern for youth mental health, it does not delve into specific grievances or opposition from legislative members. Nonetheless, the emphasis on cooperation between state departments and local organizations may raise questions regarding the allocation of resources and the effectiveness of such partnerships in addressing the breadth of youth mental health issues. Stakeholders will need to ensure that the collaborative approach leads to actionable programs and that it adequately addresses the complex needs of youth navigating their mental health in the shadow of the pandemic.

Latest HCR67 Activity

Companion Bills

HI SCR124

Same As Urging The Department Of Health And Department Of Human Services To Work With Community Partners, Including The Ymca Of Honolulu, To Support The Mental Wellness Of The State's Youth.

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