Informing the Legislature that on May 14, 2025, the Governor signed the following bill into law: HB1045 HD1 SD1 CD1 (ACT 040).

This bill appropriates $7.15 million in emergency funds to cover payroll and fringe benefits for law enforcement personnel in Hawaii. The funding comes from two sources: $2.48 million from the Department of Accounting and General Services and $4.67 million from the Judiciary. These funds address a shortfall identified in previous appropriations that excluded fringe benefits for law enforcement positions. The bill directly affects the Department of Law Enforcement by providing necessary funding for personnel costs in fiscal year 2024-2025. This emergency appropriation resolves a funding gap that had developed for law enforcement personnel costs.