Today, Senator Lorraine R. Inouye (District 1 – Hilo, Paukaʻa, Papaikou, Pepeʻekeo), issued the following statement thanking Governor Josh Green for releasing $230,000 in capital improvement project funds for furniture and equipment in the new medium security housing unit at the Hawaiʻi Community Correctional Center (HCCC).
“I am thrilled to share the news of these important investments for the Hawaiʻi Community Correctional Center,” Senator Inouye said. “This equipment funding injection will support the essential work HCCC does. HCCC has been in need of the new medium security housing unit for a long time, and it is important that it is adequately furnished with the right equipment in its new facility.”
“I am grateful to Governor Green for recognizing the importance of investing in HCCC. HCCC has grown considerably over the last several years, and it is critical that the State continues to support HCCC's needs.”