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Recent News About Hawaii House of Representatives
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‘I look forward to meeting my constituents as soon as possible’: Clark appointed by Ige to fill Hawaii House seat
Linda Ann Ha‘i Clark (D) was appointed by Gov. David Ige (D) to represent Hawaii's House District 13, which was left vacant after former Rep. Lynn DeCoite (D) was appointed to the Hawaii Senate District 7.
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Hawaii tourism and government officials concerned legislation will give state 'highest lodging taxes in the nation'
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.
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'Education plays the biggest role in this law': Releasing balloons in Hawaii might bring $500 penalty
Democratic House Speaker Scott Saiki’s bill that would make an intentional release of balloons illegal if these are inflated with a gas that is lighter than air is on its way to the desk of Gov. David Ige.
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'We don't even know what we don't know,' Formby says on EMS cost transfer
Lawmakers in the Hawaii State Legislature are considering a bill that would gradually transfer Emergency Medical Services (EMS) on Oahu from the state to the City and County of Honolulu, yet city leaders are not on board.
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Saiki: 'The University of Hawaii must no longer manage Mauna Kea'
During a House Chamber meeting with the new legislative session, House Speaker Scott Saiki spoke on a number of issues, including COVID-19 vaccine distribution and other struggles faced by Mauna Kea, KHON 2 reported.
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Lowen introduces legislation to hold producers accountable for plastic management
State Rep. Nicole Lowen has introduced new legislation to insure that producers remain responsible for their management of plastic packaging.
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Hawaii Legislature discusses 'Stand Your Ground' proposed bill
The proposed House Bill 534, more commonly known and referred to as the "Stand Your Ground" law, has sparked much debate in the Hawaii Legislature, a Hawaii News Now report said.
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Saiki calls for changes in state government
Hawaii House Speaker Scott Saiki gave a comprehensive speech on policy and proposed several changes to promote unity, increase accountability and increase tourism for the state, a major source of revenue.