Informing the Legislature that on July 7, 2026, the Governor signed the following bill into law: SB3204 SD1 HD1 CD1 (ACT 201).

This bill establishes a two-year pilot program to help families in Hawaii build resilience and reduce the risk of child abuse or neglect. The Office of Wellness and Resilience will hire and train five peer support navigators to assist up to eighty families with accessing public benefits, parenting classes, and cultural support services. The program will also connect families to community resources and help them apply for assistance with housing, education, or employment based on their specific goals. At the end of the pilot, the office must submit a report to the legislature detailing how many families participated and the positive changes they experienced.