Hawaii Revised Statutes 577e. Commission on Fatherhood

  • 577e-1 Findings and Purpose.
    The legislature finds that, across the United States, there is a renewed understanding of the unique importance of fathers in the lives of their children,...
  • 577e-2 State Commission on Fatherhood.
    There is established the state commission on fatherhood within the department of human services for administrative purposes. [L 2003, c 156, pt of §2; am...
  • 577e-3 Members; Terms; Chair; Quorum; Compensation.
    (a) The commission shall consist of fifteen members and reflect the geographic and cultural diversity of the State. The membership shall include: (1) Ex officio,...
  • 577e-4 Duties.
    The commission shall serve in an advisory capacity to state agencies to promote healthy family relationships between parents and children. In addition, the commission may...
  • 577e-5 Meetings.
    The meetings of the commission shall be subject to the requirements of chapter 92. [L 2003, c 156, pt of §2; am L 2005, c...
  • 577e-6 Exemption From Administrative Supervision of Boards and Commissions.
    Notwithstanding any law to the contrary, the commission shall be exempt from section 26-35 with the exception of section [26-35(a)(2), (3), (7), and (8)]....
  • 577e-7 Administration of Funds.
    The commission shall administer funds appropriated or allocated for its work and shall be authorized to accept, disburse, and allocate funds that may become available...

Last modified: October 27, 2016