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Commit to Keiki – November 2023 Newsletter

In the wake of the devastating Maui wildfires, there are many local organizations that have been working tirelessly from day one to ensure that Maui’s youngest keiki and their families receive the support and resources they need. Commit to Keiki’s Maui Recovery Spotlight Series, will highlight the Maui organizations and nonprofits that are truly making a difference.

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Commit to Keiki – October 2023 Newsletter

As Maui keiki and families are healing from the collective trauma of the devastating wildfires, many questions still remain.

Commit to Keiki – September 2023 Newsletter

September 2023 Newsletter
spotlights several Maui nonprofits and their efforts to support Maui’s youngest keiki and their families as they recover from the devastating wildfires

Commit to Keiki – August 2023 Newsletter

Our hearts go out to everyone impacted by the devastating wildfires on Maui and our condolences to those who have lost loved ones. Many families are dealing with immeasurable loss – their homes, their belongings, and ultimately, their sense of security.

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Commit to Keiki – July 2023 Newsletter

July 2023 Newsletter highlights the new stipened program that create more opportunities for our youngest Keiki.

Governor Josh Green, Tia Hartsock, Erin Henderson Lacerdo, and Kerrie Urosevich

Commit to Keiki – June 2023 Newsletter

June 2023 Newsletter highlights the importance of mental health and wellness.

Legislative Update

The 2023 Legislature committed more than $1.2 billion in additional funds in three (3) areas related to Commit to Keiki’s priorities:

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Commit to Keiki strongly supports Governor Josh Green’s bill that establishes an Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health program within the Department of Health (DOH).

Legislative Update

The Legislature is in its final days. All bills without fiscal impact need to be filed by Thursday, April 27, and bills with fiscal impact need to be filed by Friday, April 28. Three of the measures Commit to Keiki has been tracking in the Governor’s package are still alive:

Commit to Keiki supports Governor Josh Green’s bill relating to infant and early childhood mental health

Commit to Keiki strongly supports Governor Josh Green’s bill that establishes an Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health program within the Department of Health (DOH).