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Hawaii Senate Bill SR73

Hawaii 2024 Regular Session

Hawaii Senate Bill SR73

Introduced
3/8/24  
Refer
3/14/24  
Introduced
3/8/24  
Report Pass
4/2/24  
Refer
3/14/24  
Passed
4/3/24  
Report Pass
4/2/24  

Caption

Urging The Department Of Hawaiian Home Lands To Adopt And Implement A Neighborhood Security Watch In Each Homestead Area.

Impact

The adoption of a Neighborhood Security Watch program is expected to significantly enhance community safety and cohesion in homestead areas. If implemented, the NSW would allow residents to collaborate effectively with law enforcement, focus on crime prevention, and actively work to resolve issues that affect their neighborhoods. The resolution points to a successful example from the Kanehili Homestead, where the local Nigeria NSW significantly reduced crime rates and addressed various community concerns through proactive efforts. This could serve as a model for other areas to follow.

Summary

Senate Resolution 73 (SR73) urges the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands to adopt and implement a Neighborhood Security Watch (NSW) program in each homestead area of Hawaii. The resolution highlights a report of increasing illegal activities within these homestead areas, largely attributed to inconsistent responses from law enforcement and a lack of timely action from the Department. This has led to concerns among homesteaders about their safety and prompted them to take initiative in protecting their communities through the formation of volunteer organizations.

Contention

A notable point of contention surrounding SR73 is the previous inaction of the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands regarding crime in homestead areas. Critics may argue that the resolution aims to transfer the burden of community safety onto residents without providing sufficient resources or authority to effectively deal with the problems. Additionally, the intricacies of jurisdiction and law enforcement access to homestead lands add a layer of complexity to the proposal. Ensuring that law enforcement is adequately authorized to respond in a timely manner remains an essential element for the success of any Neighborhood Security Watch initiative.

Latest SR73 Activity

Companion Bills

HI SCR87

Same As Urging The Department Of Hawaiian Home Lands To Adopt And Implement A Neighborhood Security Watch In Each Homestead Area.

Previously Filed As

HI SCR87

Urging The Department Of Hawaiian Home Lands To Adopt And Implement A Neighborhood Security Watch In Each Homestead Area.

HI SR175

Urging The Federal, State, And County Governments To Collaborate With Community Leaders And Stakeholders To Support Neighborhood Security Watch Programs In Hawaii.

HI SCR199

Urging The Federal, State, And County Governments To Collaborate With Community Leaders And Stakeholders To Support Neighborhood Security Watch Programs In Hawaii.

HI HR212

Commending And Honoring The Leaders Of The Kapolei Neighborhood Security Watch Groups For Their Dedication To Community Engagement, Commitment To Public Safety, And Leadership In Expanding Neighborhood Security Watch Programs Across Oahu.

HI SR81

Urging The United States To Satisfy Its Obligations To The Department Of Hawaiian Home Lands And The Hawaiian Home Lands Trust Under The Hawaiian Home Lands Recovery Act.

HI HCR130

Urging The United States Department Of The Interior To Work With The Office Of The Governor, Department Of Hawaiian Home Lands, United States Congressional Delegations From Hawaii, And Sovereign Council Of Hawaiian Homestead Associations To Make A Determination In Support Of Act 80, Session Laws Of Hawaii 2017.

HI SCR91

Urging The United States To Satisfy Its Obligations To The Department Of Hawaiian Home Lands And The Hawaiian Home Lands Trust Under The Hawaiian Home Lands Recovery Act.

HI HR111

Urging The United States Department Of The Interior To Work With The Office Of The Governor, Department Of Hawaiian Home Lands, United States Congressional Delegations From Hawaii, And Sovereign Council Of Hawaiian Homestead Associations To Make A Determination In Support Of Act 80, Session Laws Of Hawaii 2017.

HI SR9

Urging The Department Of Hawaiian Home Lands To Notify Beneficiaries Through Beneficiary Consultation Prior To Disposing Of Hawaiian Home Lands And To Exercise Other Protections Of Beneficiary Interests.

HI SB2586

Relating To Neighborhood Security Watch Programs.

Similar Bills

HI SCR87

Urging The Department Of Hawaiian Home Lands To Adopt And Implement A Neighborhood Security Watch In Each Homestead Area.

HI HR76

Urging The University Of Hawaii To Conduct A Comprehensive Geological Survey And Geotechnical Study Of The Ewa Plain.

HI SCR199

Urging The Federal, State, And County Governments To Collaborate With Community Leaders And Stakeholders To Support Neighborhood Security Watch Programs In Hawaii.

HI SR175

Urging The Federal, State, And County Governments To Collaborate With Community Leaders And Stakeholders To Support Neighborhood Security Watch Programs In Hawaii.

HI HB2133

Relating To Tax Exemption.

HI SB3101

Relating To Tax Exemption.

HI SB2779

Relating To Hawaiian Home Lands.

HI SCR11

Urging The Department Of Hawaiian Home Lands To Notify Beneficiaries Through Beneficiary Consultation Prior To Disposing Of Hawaiian Home Lands And To Exercise Other Protections Of Beneficiary Interests.