What's Being Discussed

The Crime Victim Compensation Commission is holding an administrative meeting on Thursday, October 8, 2026, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM at 1164 Bishop Street, 17th Floor, Honolulu. All agenda items are informational briefings, including:

• Justice Reinvestment (JRI) updates — a review of restitution programs and victim services connected to criminal justice reform efforts
• SAVIN Governance Committee update — a progress report on the statewide system that automatically notifies crime victims about the status of offenders in custody
• Mass Violence Response update — a briefing on how the Commission is prepared to respond in the event of a mass violence incident
• 2027 Legislative Session preview — two proposed bills are being discussed:
  • A bill to exempt the Commission from paying a special fund assessment and fee
  • A bill to fund SAVIN staff positions using general funds rather than the special fund
• Update on amending Hawaiʻi Administrative Rules 23-605 — a status report on proposed changes to the Commission's governing rules

Decisions Expected

No formal votes or binding decisions are listed on this agenda. All items are informational briefings only. The proposed legislation discussed will be decided by the state legislature, not the Commission at this meeting.

Who Should Pay Attention

• Crime victims and their families who receive services or compensation from the Commission
• Victim service providers and advocates across the state
• Anyone interested in how victim notification systems and compensation programs are funded

Public testimony may be submitted by email, mail, or fax at least 24 hours before the meeting. For accessibility accommodations, contact the Commission at (808) 587-1143.