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Hawaii AG confirms indictment of former Kauai police officer: 'Public servants must be held accountable when they engage in misconduct'
By Timothy Stuckey | May 25, 2022
Hawaii Attorney General Holly Shikada recently revealed that a grand jury in Kauai County has indicted a former Kauai Police Department employee for suspected misconduct involving state funds, according to Gov. David Ige's (D) website.
Schatz: 'Companies shouldn’t be able to save money on their taxes by busting unions'
By Timothy Stuckey | May 25, 2022
U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz (D-HI) has recently expressed support for a bill sponsored by Democrats, which seeks to prohibit tax deductions for anti-union efforts.
Hawaii's Department of Health: 'National Children’s Mental Health Month serves as a timely reminder'
By Timothy Stuckey | May 17, 2022
The Hawaii Department of Health (DOH) and the Children's Mental Health Acceptance Planning Group recently urged Hawaii residents to advocate for better mental health care and to promote awareness in a Department of Health news release.
Ige selects five BoE members 'to ensure that our public schools are places where students can unleash their curiosity and creativity'
By Timothy Stuckey | Apr 29, 2022
Gov. David Ige (D-HI) has recently announced the appointment of five members to the State of Hawaii Board of Education, according to the Office of the Governor.
Ige signs bill expanding Hawaii's use of electric vehicles: 'Hawaii is still heavily reliant on imported oil'
By Timothy Stuckey | Jun 30, 2021
Gov. David Ige recently signed into law three pieces of House legislation that promote Hawaii's transition to clean ground transportation, according to a report by Big Island Now.
Hawaii County mayor eases COVID-19 restrictions: 'It is now time to begin reopening our island'
By Timothy Stuckey | Jun 8, 2021
Mayor Mitch Roth of Hawaii County seeks to relax COVID-19 restrictions on attendance at certain events, despite a recent surge in positive cases in the county.
Hawaii tourism and government officials concerned legislation will give state 'highest lodging taxes in the nation'
By Timothy Stuckey | May 28, 2021
Hawaii's hotel tax could increase by nearly 30% if House Bill 862 (HB 862) is passed, allowing the state's four counties to increase fees and possibly weaken the state's hotel industry.
University of Hawaii requires student COVID-19 vaccinations for fall semester
By Timothy Stuckey | May 20, 2021
The University of Hawaii (UH) announced Monday that the COVID-19 vaccine will be part of the health clearance criteria for students returning to campus for the fall 2021 semester, according to a news report.
Hirono, others write to Yellen to 'request that Treasury requires airlines receiving federal assistance' to stop outsourcing jobs
By Timothy Stuckey | May 9, 2021
Sen. Mazie Hirono, along with other Senators and Representatives, has sent a letter to Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen demanding that airlines receiving "federal aid refrain from outsourcing jobs while offering executive incentives."
Hirono, Duckworth endorse Su for Deputy Secretary of Labor as they say she has 'the leadership skills and lived experience'
By Timothy Stuckey | May 9, 2021
Sens. Mazie K. Hirono (D-Hawaii) and Tammy Duckworth (D-Massachusetts) have endorsed President Joe Biden's nominee for deputy secretary of labor, Secretary Julie Su, in a recent opinion article.
Hawaii County Fire Commission tabs Todd as chief after concerns about transparency in previous vote
By Timothy Stuckey | Apr 22, 2021
The Hawaii County Fire Commission chose battalion chief Kazuo Todd as fire chief April 14, following a revote amid transparency concerns, according to a press report.
Hawaii officials announce "vaccine passport" for interisland travelers who have received both COVID-19 vaccinations
By Timothy Stuckey | Apr 22, 2021
Inter-island travelers who have received both vaccinations for COVID 19 will soon be able to skip the currently required quarantine and examination procedures, according to a press report.
Hirono: Decision-makers 'should reflect the diversity of our country'
By Timothy Stuckey | Apr 4, 2021
Sen. Mazie Hirono recently shared her thoughts on placing more Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in government positions during an interview.