Hawaii 2026 Regular Session

Hawaii Senate Bill SCR88

Introduced
3/16/26  

Caption

Requesting The Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation To Establish A Coordinated Data Entry System For The Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation And County Police Departments And Prosecutors To Track The Status Of Detainees Incarcerated In Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation Facilities.

Impact

The bill highlights existing challenges in the state's criminal justice data management, such as inconsistencies between DCR reports and information collected by local law enforcement. By creating a coordinated entry system, SCR88 hopes to standardize data collection methods, thus fostering better decision-making and resource allocation. Additionally, the bill positions DCR to meet federal requirements concerning service access and continuity, which can enhance overall community support systems for individuals in rehabilitation.

Summary

Senate Concurrent Resolution SCR88 requests the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (DCR) to establish a coordinated data entry system. This system would integrate information from the DCR, county police departments, and prosecutors to create a unified tracking mechanism for detainees incarcerated in DCR facilities. Such a system aims to enhance the monitoring process of detainees and improve access to rehabilitative programs and services available to them.

Contention

While SCR88 appears to garner support from various stakeholders, the implementation of such a data entry system may raise concerns regarding data privacy and the potential for misuse of sensitive information. Opponents could argue that unifying data across different departments may not account for the nuances in local jurisdictional needs, potentially leading to one-size-fits-all policies that overlook specific community issues. The need for meticulous planning and stakeholder engagement is crucial to address these potential pitfalls.

Reporting_requirements

Furthermore, SCR88 stipulates that DCR must report its findings and any proposed legislation regarding the establishment of this system to the legislature at least twenty days before the 2027 regular session. This mandate ensures transparency in the process and allows for future legislative action based on established protocols, projected costs, and the number of participating agencies.

Companion Bills

HI SR83

Same As Requesting The Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation To Establish A Coordinated Data Entry System For The Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation And County Police Departments And Prosecutors To Track The Status Of Detainees Incarcerated In Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation Facilities.

Previously Filed As

HI SCR126

Requesting The Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation To Incrementally And Systematically Reduce The Number Of Inmates Incarcerated In Private, Out-of-state Correctional Facilities.

HI SR105

Requesting The Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation To Incrementally And Systematically Reduce The Number Of Inmates Incarcerated In Private, Out-of-state Correctional Facilities.

HI HCR153

Requesting The Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation To Incrementally And Systematically Reduce The Number Of Inmates Incarcerated In Private, Out-of-state Correctional Facilities.

HI HR148

Requesting The Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation To Incrementally And Systematically Reduce The Number Of Inmates Incarcerated In Private, Out-of-state Correctional Facilities.

HI SCR20

Requesting The Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation To Comprehensively Reevaluate Its Policies Regarding In-person Contact Visitation At Correctional Facilities Throughout The State To Best Support Incarcerated Persons In Staying Connected With Loved Ones Who Can Help Them On Their Journey Of Rehabilitation.

HI SCR26

Requesting The Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation, In Planning And Designing The New Oahu Community Correctional Center In Halawa, To Include Circuit And District Court Facilities And Establish A Release Procedure Under Which Detainees Or Inmates, Upon Release, Are Transported To A Site Other Than Residential Communities Or Public Spaces.

HI SCR32

Requesting The Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation To Collaborate With The Department Of Transportation To Use Inmate Work Furlough Programs For State Roadway And Highway Maintenance.

HI SR18

Requesting The Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation To Collaborate With The Department Of Transportation To Use Inmate Work Furlough Programs For State Roadway And Highway Maintenance.

HI HCR23

Requesting The Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation, In Planning And Designing The New Oahu Community Correctional Center In Halawa, To Include A Circuit And District Court Facility And Establish A Release Procedure Under Which Detainees Or Inmates, Upon Release, Are Transported To A Site Other Than Residential Communities Or Public Spaces.

HI SCR21

Requesting The Department Of Corrections And Rehabilitation To Make Available To Correctional Facility Staff Members Throughout The State Clinical Counseling Services That Are Separate And Distinct From The Existing Mental Health Resources Available To Inmates.

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