Hawaii Revised Statutes Division 1. Government § 354D-1

(1) Establish the correctional industries program to allow expanded industries programs to generate revenue to sustain its operation and allow for capital investment. The program should be structured to allow for the increased involvement of correctional industries in providing specific training skills for offenders that increase their employment prospects after release;

(2) Develop industries that provide a maximum level of work for all qualified, able-bodied inmates;

(3) Provide an environment for the operation of correctional industries similar to that of a private business operation;

(4) Encourage cooperative training ventures between the correctional industries program and the private sector; and

(5) Provide for low-cost construction, renovation, and repairs of facilities, grounds, furniture, vehicles, and equipment for private nonprofit social service, education, and health agencies and programs.