REAFFIRMING THE STATE'S COMMITMENT TO PROVIDING CULTURALLY APPROPRIATE RESOURCES, SERVICES, AND PROGRAMS FOR NATIVE HAWAIIAN INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES EXPERIENCING INTELLECTUAL DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES.

Senate Resolution 140 is a formal statement urging state officials to prioritize culturally appropriate resources and services for Native Hawaiians with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The document highlights that Native Hawaiians are overrepresented in this population and calls for support systems that honor traditional family-based care methods rather than standardized approaches. While it does not change laws or allocate specific funds, it directs the Governor and various state boards to commit to addressing the unique needs and historical disparities faced by this community.