Click on the headings below to access windows providing links to various resource sites.
Public Safety -- Hawaii Links
The Department of Public Safety works to provide for the safety of the public and state facilities through law enfocement and correctional management. The website provides links to the various department divisions, news releases, and audit information.
Hawaii State Civil Defense focuses on prevention, protection, and rapid assistance during disasters. The website provides information on preparing a disaster preparedness kit, the state's emergency alert system plan, and links to FEMA programs. County Civil Defense Pages: County of Hawaii Civil Defense City and County of Honolulu Civil Defense
HPA releases eligible persons to serve the rest of their sentences in the community and supervises them throughout the remainder of their sentences. The webpage provides the Parole Handbook and the pardon and commutation applications.
Hawaii Wing, General Civil Air Patrol Hawaii Wing, Civil Air Patrol is a nonprofit, all-volunteer organization that serves the community and state by participating in tsunami warnings, search and rescue operations, and disaster damage assessment. The website offers information on its squadrons, recent news events, and training.
Hawaii's Opportunity Probation with Enforcement works to reduce probation violations with immediate, predictable, and consistent sanctions for each detected violation, such as failing a drug test or missing an appointment with a probation officer. This is a nationally-recognized program with other states developing similar programs. The website offers a history of the program, evaluations, and relevant news items.
NOTE: The House Majority Caucus provides links to other Web sites from time to time for information purposes only. Providing these links does not necessarily indicate the House Majority Caucus' or the Legislature's support or endorsement of the site.
Public Safety -- Federal Links
Department of Homeland Security The federal Department of Homemland Security is tasked with a broad range of responsibilities centered around protecting the country from threats to citizen safety and well-being. The website includes information regarding immigration, disaster preparedness and management, and counterterrorism. There are also several multimedia options available including a leadership journal, a blog, RSS feeds, YouTube videos, and Tweets. Additionally, there is a virtual pressroom with relevant news items.
An official site of the federal government, this website serves as a portal for official information and services from the U.S. government. Major categories include courts and legislatures; crimes, prisons, and corrections; disasters and emergencies; homeland security; law enforcement and corrections-related agencies; and personal and public safety.
Federal Emergency Management Agency FEMA works to prepare for, protect against, respond to, recover from, and mitigate all hazards, including earthquakes, floods, terrorism, and tsunamis. The website provides information about all types of disasters, how to prepare and respond to a disaster, and how to apply for aid.
NOTE: The House Majority Caucus provides links to other Web sites from time to time for information purposes only. Providing these links does not necessarily indicate the House Majority Caucus' or the Legislature's support or endorsement of the site.
Public Safety -- Research
Hawaii Statewide Automated Victim Information and Notification System Hawaii SAVIN offers victims and concerned citizens free, anonymous, and confidential access to timely information and notification on the custody and parole status of offenders under the jurisdiction of the Hawaii Department of Public Safety. the website allows anyone to register for notification, via phone or email, of an offender's status, including parole, release, and hearing dates.
Corrections Population Management Commission The Corrections Population Management Commission formulates policies and procedures to prevent the inmate population from exceeding the capacity of each correctional facility. The webpage provides a list of the members and minutes of their meetings.
The Drug Policy Forum of Hawaii works to safeguard the rights of sick and dying patients under the state medical marijuana law and fights for reasonable approaches to drug testing, treatment, and prevention. The website provides links to information, studies, and legislation.
Crime Victims Compensation Commission The Crime Victim Compensation Commission alleviates the physical, mental, and financial hardships suffered by victims of violent crimes by providing compensation for injuries and Good Samaritans for injuries or property damage suffered in the prevention of a crime or the apprehension of a criminal. The website provides information on who is eligible and how to apply for compensation.
NOTE: The House Majority Caucus provides links to other Web sites from time to time for information purposes only. Providing these links does not necessarily indicate the House Majority Caucus' or the Legislature's support or endorsement of the site.
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