What's Being Discussed

The Juvenile Justice State Advisory Council (JJSAC) is holding its 4th Quarter meeting for fiscal year 2025–26 on Thursday, August 27, 2026, from 9:00 to 11:30 a.m. Key topics include:

• Welcome and introduction of five new council members
• A presentation by the Hawaiʻi Alcohol Policy Alliance
• Updates from subcommittees covering budget drafts, charter amendments, and compliance issues related to youth held in adult jails and other federal standards
• Discussion of several state bills related to youth services, including proposals for residential care oversight, workforce scholarships, a "Close to Home" pilot program, and a Youth Justice Transition Special Fund
• Updates from the Youth Committee, including new members and a new Vice Chair, and progress on a 3-Year State Plan
• Results from provider and youth surveys conducted by the Prevention & Accountability Committee

Decisions Expected

• Approval of meeting minutes from May 28, 2026
• Nominations for council officers — Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson — with formal elections planned for the November 19, 2026 meeting

Who Should Pay Attention

• Families and youth involved in the juvenile justice system in Hawaiʻi
• Community organizations and service providers working with at-risk youth
• Anyone interested in youth policy, residential care, or juvenile justice reform in the state
• Members of the public wishing to submit written testimony — deadline is 24 hours before the meeting

The meeting is open to the public via Zoom or in person at 1010 Richards Street, Conference Room 303, Honolulu. Contact Norene Machida at nmachida@dhs.hawaii.gov with questions.