URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO UNDERTAKE PRELIMINARY EDUCATION, OUTREACH, AND VACCINATION DRIVE EFFORTS AT SCHOOLS IN HAWAII WITH VACCINATION RATES UNDER THIRTY PERCENT, BEGINNING AT THE START OF THE 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR, IN PARTNERSHIP WITH COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS AND OTHER LOCAL HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS.

This resolution urges Hawaii's Department of Health to launch education, outreach, and vaccination drives at schools with vaccination rates below 30% starting in the 2025-2026 school year. It requires partnering with community health centers and local healthcare providers to increase access and address vaccine hesitancy through culturally appropriate engagement. The resolution also directs the Department of Health to collaborate with the Department of Education to develop a long-term plan and submit a report to the Legislature by early 2026 detailing funding and administrative needs. It directly affects schools with low vaccination rates, particularly those in underserved communities, and references successful models from other states to inform Hawaii's approach. The resolution is non-binding but sets a clear timeline and partnership framework for improving school vaccination rates.