The Hawai‘i Department of Human Services (DHS) continues to closely monitor the federal government shutdown and its potential impact on programs that provide essential food assistance to Hawai‘i families. If the federal shutdown continues into November, federal funding for the SNAP program may be unavailable, which could delay or prevent the issuance of November benefits. ...
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 17, 2025 HONOLULU — The Hawai‘i Department of Human Services (DHS) is mobilizing to support communities ahead of new federal work requirements for SNAP recipients, effective November 1, 2025. These requirements stem from a federal law passed this year and are not a state-initiated measure. DHS affirms its commitment to helping ...
Read More FEDERAL SNAP WORK REQUIREMENT CHANGES TO BEGIN – Department of Human Services Offers Guidance and Resources
General Background about the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP): (Updated 10/16/2025) SNAP provides assistance to purchase food for low-income households. An estimated 84,869 households (=165,659 people) currently receive SNAP in Hawai‘i. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) that was signed into law on July 4, 2025, makes a number of changes to requirements for ...
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 23, 2025 (Updated) HONOLULU — The Hawaiʻi Department of Human Services (DHS) is preparing families across the state for upcoming changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), effective October 1, 2025. Because of adjustments made by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to the Thrifty Food Plan — the federal ...
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 20, 2025 HONOLULU – The Hauʻula Family Assessment Center is a new program that will provide safe, appropriate and immediate temporary low-barrier shelter for families experiencing homelessness. The project is a joint effort and partnership between the Hawaiʻi Department of Human Services (DHS) and the City and County of Honolulu Department ...
Read More STATE, CITY UNVEIL THE HAUʻULA FAMILY ASSESSMENT CENTER THAT WILL SUPPORT HOUSELESS FAMILIES
New Housing Specialists to Respond to Evolving Needs of Survivors FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 6, 2025 HONOLULU — The Department of Human Services Disaster Case Management Program (DCMP) has established a new, dedicated team of Housing Specialists focused on addressing the most pressing need for survivors: finding and securing permanent housing options. These new ...
Read More DHS ANNOUNCES NEW DISASTER CASE MANAGEMENT HOUSING INITIATIVE FOR MAUI WILDFIRE SURVIVORS
With Several Openings the Commission Welcomes New Applicants FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 4, 2025 HONOLULU – The Office of Youth Services (OYS), under the Department of Human Services (DHS), recently conducted an in-person swearing-in ceremony for the Hawaiʻi State Youth Commission (HiYC). Lieutenant Governor Sylvia Luke administered the oath of office to the youth commissioners ...
Read More HAWAIʻI STATE YOUTH COMMISSION SWEARING-IN CEREMONY
Groundbreaking Glossary Page Provides Culturally Rooted, Inclusive Language for Understanding Hawaiʻi’s Diverse Rainbow Community FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 6, 2025 HONOLULU – The Hawaiʻi State Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Plus (LGBTQ+) Commission proudly announces the launch of a new Inclusive LGBTQ+ Glossary, a groundbreaking online resource designed to ensure respectful, accurate and affirming language ...
Read More HAWAIʻI STATE LGBTQ+ COMMISSION LAUNCHES FIRST-OF-ITS-KIND STATE SPONSORED INCLUSIVE QUEER GLOSSARY FOR PUBLIC USE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 07, 2025 HONOLULU – The Hawaiʻi State Commission on the Status of Women (HSCSW) is announcing its ongoing commitment to protect women from harmful and regressive policies implemented by the current federal administration. Policies that are actively threatening women’s rights and well-being impact four critical areas: education, economic security, healthcare ...
Read More HAWAIʻI STATE COMMISSION ON THE STATUS OF WOMEN MOBILIZES TO STRENGTHEN STATE PROTECTIONS FOR WOMEN AND GIRLS
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 17, 2025 (Updated FAQs June 9, 2025) HONOLULU ̶ The Department of Human Services (DHS) is announcing the return of the SUN Bucks program for Summer 2025. Online application is now open. DHS is disbursing this benefit and working with the Hawai‘i Department of Education (DOE) to implement the SUN Bucks ...
Read More SUN BUCKS PROGRAM RETURNS FOR SUMMER 2025 BRIDGES SUMMER NUTRITION GAP FOR KEIKI