Informing the Legislature that on June 30, 2025, the Governor signed the following bill into law: HB1002 HD1 SD1 (ACT 249).

HB 1002 (Act 249) amends Hawaii's correctional oversight system by changing how the oversight coordinator is appointed and what they can do. The governor must now appoint the coordinator from a list of three nominees submitted by the commission, requiring the appointee to have expertise in criminal justice reform and commit to transitioning the correctional system toward a rehabilitative model. The bill also expands the coordinator's authority to investigate facilities without notice, enter correctional premises, and hold private hearings. This law, signed by Governor Green on June 30, 2025, takes effect July 1, 2025, and directly affects the Hawaii Correctional System Oversight Commission and correctional facilities statewide.