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