What's Being Discussed

The Statewide Independent Living Council of Hawaii (Hawaii SILC) is holding a one-hour committee meeting on August 21, 2026 to work on the State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL) — a document that guides services for people with disabilities across Hawaii. Key topics include:

• A proposed budget increase: Raising the Hawaii SILC resource plan budget from $101,615 to $151,615 for fiscal year 2027 — an increase of $50,000.
• An update to a reporting requirement: Centers for Independent Living (CILs) would be required to report on the availability of resources and services in each county.
• Public comment planning: How and when the public will be notified and invited to comment on the proposed plan changes, including outreach to underserved communities.
• Long-range planning: Early discussions about developing the next State Plan covering fiscal years 2028–2031, including community needs assessments, "Talk Story" community sessions, and public forums.

Decisions Expected

The committee will discuss and consider the proposed amendments to the State Plan, but no final votes on the plan itself are expected at this meeting — this is a planning and deliberation session. The committee may move toward setting a formal public comment timeline.

Who Should Pay Attention

• People with disabilities in Hawaii who rely on independent living services
• Disability service organizations and Centers for Independent Living (CILs)
• Community advocates interested in how state disability resources are planned and funded
• Anyone who wants to share public input on the State Plan before it is finalized

The meeting is open to the public in person at 643 Ilalo St, Suite 1000, Honolulu, or online via Zoom. Accessibility accommodations are available upon request by contacting (808) 585-7452.