Advisory Commission on Drug Abuse and Controlled Substances

This commission advises the Legislature and relevant state agencies on Hawaii's policies governing controlled substances, prescription drug regulation, and substance abuse prevention and treatment. It reviews emerging drug trends, evaluates the effectiveness of current enforcement and treatment approaches, and recommends statutory or regulatory changes. Its scope includes both public health and law enforcement dimensions of drug policy.

Hawaii's approach to substance abuse treatment, harm reduction, and controlled substance scheduling affects public safety, healthcare access, and criminal justice outcomes for residents statewide. Community members, healthcare providers, and people in recovery can engage through public testimony at commission meetings.