Hawaii 2025 Regular Session

Hawaii Senate Bill SR67 Compare Versions

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1	1	THE SENATE S.R. NO. 67 THIRTY-THIRD LEGISLATURE, 2025 STATE OF HAWAII SENATE RESOLUTION urging the county of maui, in conjunction with THE maui emergency management Agency, hawaii emergency management agency, and department of defense, to conduct real-time wildfire and other disaster drills involving the maui community.
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3	3	THE SENATE S.R. NO. 67
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29	29	SENATE RESOLUTION
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35	35	urging the county of maui, in conjunction with THE maui emergency management Agency, hawaii emergency management agency, and department of defense, to conduct real-time wildfire and other disaster drills involving the maui community.
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41	41	WHEREAS, the devastating impact of wildfires and other natural disasters in Maui and throughout the State has underscored the critical need for comprehensive and community-involved emergency preparedness measures; and WHEREAS, recent natural disasters have demonstrated the importance of real-time, practical emergency response training that incorporates both emergency personnel and members of affected communities; and WHEREAS, several municipalities in the United States and other jurisdictions implemented community-based disaster drills, successfully engaging residents in the planning, execution, and evaluation of emergency response exercises to increase preparedness and resilience; and WHEREAS, Culver City, California's annual community-wide disaster drills, Japan's extensive public disaster preparedness education programs, Vietnam's community-based disaster risk management initiative, and Indonesia's tsunami evacuation drills in coastal villages are examples of successful community-based disaster drills and response programs; and WHEREAS, real-time wildfire and disaster drills that include community participation enhance public awareness, familiarize residents with evacuation protocols, and create opportunities for immediate feedback and improvement in emergency response strategies; and WHEREAS, involving community members in all phases of disaster drill preparation, execution, and evaluation fosters a sense of ownership, responsibility, and empowerment that leads to more effective and coordinated emergency response; and WHEREAS, lessons learned from disaster preparedness drills will provide invaluable insight for the Maui Emergency Management Agency, Hawaii Emergency Management Agency, and Department of Defense in refining disaster response strategies, improving communication channels, and identifying gaps in existing emergency protocols; and WHEREAS, a proactive approach to disaster preparedness, emphasizing hands-on community engagement, will create a resilient and well-informed population that is better equipped to respond effectively when natural disasters occur; now, therefore, BE IT RESOLVED by the Senate of the Thirty-third Legislature of the State of Hawaii, Regular Session of 2025, that the County of Maui, in conjunction with the Maui Emergency Management Agency, Hawaii Emergency Management Agency, and Department of Defense, are urged to conduct real-time wildfire and other disaster drills involving the Maui community; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the drills are urged to be designed to include local residents in planning, participation, and post-drill evaluations to ensure continuous improvements in disaster preparedness; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Maui Emergency Management Agency is urged to collaborate with community leaders, local businesses, schools, and other stakeholders to maximize participation and effectiveness of disaster preparedness drills; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that certified copies of this Resolution be transmitted to the Governor, Adjutant General, Administrator of the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency, Mayor of the County of Maui, and Administrator of the Maui Emergency Management Agency. OFFERED BY: _____________________________ Report Title: DOD; HIEMA; Maui Emergency Management Agency; Maui County; Disaster Drills; Disaster Preparedness
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43	43	WHEREAS, the devastating impact of wildfires and other natural disasters in Maui and throughout the State has underscored the critical need for comprehensive and community-involved emergency preparedness measures; and
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47	47	WHEREAS, recent natural disasters have demonstrated the importance of real-time, practical emergency response training that incorporates both emergency personnel and members of affected communities; and
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51	51	WHEREAS, several municipalities in the United States and other jurisdictions implemented community-based disaster drills, successfully engaging residents in the planning, execution, and evaluation of emergency response exercises to increase preparedness and resilience; and
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55	55	WHEREAS, Culver City, California's annual community-wide disaster drills, Japan's extensive public disaster preparedness education programs, Vietnam's community-based disaster risk management initiative, and Indonesia's tsunami evacuation drills in coastal villages are examples of successful community-based disaster drills and response programs; and
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59	59	WHEREAS, real-time wildfire and disaster drills that include community participation enhance public awareness, familiarize residents with evacuation protocols, and create opportunities for immediate feedback and improvement in emergency response strategies; and
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63	63	WHEREAS, involving community members in all phases of disaster drill preparation, execution, and evaluation fosters a sense of ownership, responsibility, and empowerment that leads to more effective and coordinated emergency response; and
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67	67	WHEREAS, lessons learned from disaster preparedness drills will provide invaluable insight for the Maui Emergency Management Agency, Hawaii Emergency Management Agency, and Department of Defense in refining disaster response strategies, improving communication channels, and identifying gaps in existing emergency protocols; and
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71	71	WHEREAS, a proactive approach to disaster preparedness, emphasizing hands-on community engagement, will create a resilient and well-informed population that is better equipped to respond effectively when natural disasters occur; now, therefore,
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75	75	BE IT RESOLVED by the Senate of the Thirty-third Legislature of the State of Hawaii, Regular Session of 2025, that the County of Maui, in conjunction with the Maui Emergency Management Agency, Hawaii Emergency Management Agency, and Department of Defense, are urged to conduct real-time wildfire and other disaster drills involving the Maui community; and
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79	79	BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the drills are urged to be designed to include local residents in planning, participation, and post-drill evaluations to ensure continuous improvements in disaster preparedness; and
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83	83	BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Maui Emergency Management Agency is urged to collaborate with community leaders, local businesses, schools, and other stakeholders to maximize participation and effectiveness of disaster preparedness drills; and
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87	87	BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that certified copies of this Resolution be transmitted to the Governor, Adjutant General, Administrator of the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency, Mayor of the County of Maui, and Administrator of the Maui Emergency Management Agency.
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