Requesting The Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation To Make Available To Correctional Facility Staff Members Throughout The State Clinical Counseling Services That Are Separate And Distinct From The Existing Mental Health Resources Available To Inmates.
Impact
The proposed changes under SCR21 are designed to impact existing state laws related to regulatory compliance and local governance. By limiting the scope of local ordinances that conflict with state regulations, the bill aims to prevent a 'patchwork' of rules that can diverge significantly from one locality to another. This is expected to simplify the operational landscape for businesses, making it easier for them to adhere to a standardized set of requirements. However, the bill also raises concerns regarding the erosion of local control, with critics arguing that it undermines the ability of municipalities to address specific community needs.
Summary
SCR21 aims to address the balance between state regulations and local authority by proposing amendments in key areas impacting business operations across the state. The bill seeks to streamline the regulatory framework, reducing the fragmentation that can arise when local governments enact varying regulations. It emphasizes a unified approach to state governance, appealing to businesses that operate in multiple jurisdictions and seek clarity in compliance requirements. Supporters laud the bill as a means to enhance economic growth by fostering a more favorable business climate.
Contention
Debate surrounding SCR21 has highlighted notable contention points. Proponents argue it is a necessary move towards regulatory consistency that will ultimately benefit economic development and business operations statewide. Conversely, opponents—including local government advocates—express concerns about potential overreach, suggesting that the bill could limit local governments' flexibility in addressing unique challenges, particularly in areas such as environmental protection and public health. This tension encapsulates a broader discussion about the appropriateness of centralized versus localized governance in the context of business regulation.
Same As
Requesting The Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation To Make Available To Correctional Facility Staff Members Throughout The State Clinical Counseling Services That Are Separate And Distinct From The Existing Mental Health Resources Available To Inmates.
Requesting The Department Of Health And Department Of Public Safety To Work In Collaboration To Preserve The Health And Safety Of Special Needs Inmates And Others In The State's Jails And Prisons.
Requesting The Women's Corrections Implementation Commission To Develop A Strategy And Make Recommendations To Reduce The Number Of Women Incarcerated At The Women's Community Correctional Center By Twenty-five Percent Over The Next Five Years.
Requesting The Department Of Health And Department Of Public Safety To Work In Collaboration To Preserve The Health And Safety Of Special Needs Inmates And Others In The State's Jails And Prisons.
Requesting The Department Of Health To Convene A Health Care Facilities Labor Standards Working Group To Research, Assess, And Make Recommendations On The Best Practices In Labor Standards That Can Be Implemented At Hospitals, Care Homes, And Dialysis Facilities In The State.
Requesting The Department Of Land And Natural Resources To Convene A Working Group To Inform The Public About The Options Available To Address The State's Feral Chicken Population.
Requesting The Women's Corrections Implementation Commission To Develop A Strategy And Make Recommendations To Reduce The Number Of Women Incarcerated At The Women's Community Correctional Center By Twenty-five Percent Over The Next Five Years.
Declaring That Bullying Is A Matter Of Statewide Concern; Requesting The Department Of Education To Update Its Rules And Policies To Address Bullying; And Requesting The Hawaii State Council On Developmental Disabilities To Convene A Task Force To Address The Bullying Of Disabled Children.
Requesting The Women's Corrections Implementation Commission To Develop A Strategy And Make Recommendations To Reduce The Number Of Women Incarcerated At The Women's Community Correctional Center By Twenty-five Percent Over The Next Five Years.