State of Hawaii
Recent News About State of Hawaii
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HDFI commissioner: Decision of companies to continue participation is 'a testament to the immense value of being a part of the DCI'
The Hawaii Technology Development Corporation (HTDC) and the Hawaii Division of Financial Institutions, Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs (HDFI) recently announced their official support for the decision of 11 companies to move forward with plans to continue taking part in the Digital Currency Innovation Lab (DCIL) program that is set to run to the end of 2024.
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Ige on increasing broadband access: 'We are committed to addressing the digital divide'
Governor David Ige has signed off on a package of bills aimed at advancing his efforts to end the digital divide in Hawai'i.
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Ige praises Public Utilities appointee working to 'create businesses and jobs that are in balance with our natural resources'
Governor David Ige recently announced on his website that he has appointed Leodoloff “Leo” Asuncion Jr. as chairman of the Public Utilities Commission, replacing James Griffin, who said in January that he will be stepping down when his term expires at the end of June.
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Probable monkeypox case confirmed in Oahu: 'Vaccination and treatments are available'
A confirmed probable case of monkeypox has been discovered in an Oahu resident. The probable case adds to the list of five confirmed cases, according to the Hawaii Department of Health.
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Ige issues a list of bills he will veto due to 'legal considerations, program effectiveness and compliance issues'
Gov. David Ige (D-HI) notified key lawmakers of his intention to veto 30 of the 343 bills passed by the Hawaii State Legislature in 2022, including House Bill 1600 and Senate Bill 2076.
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Hirono: 'Hawaii has long been a leader in advancing equal opportunity for all'
To mark the end of pride month, Sen. Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI) met with members of the Hawaii Department of Health’s Sexual and Gender (SGM) Minority Working Group June 28 to discuss the services they offer and the challenges facing the communities they serve.
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Schatz on $22.3 million federal grant to DHHL: 'We secured the highest level of funding for Native Hawaiian housing ever'
U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz (D-HI) recently announced that his efforts have secured more than $22.3 million in Native Hawaiian Housing Block Grant funding for the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands (DHHL).
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Ige: 'I signed a bill that will make menstrual products free in Hawai'i's public schools'
For two years, Ma’i movement has fought for public school students in Hawaii to have access to free menstrual products. Its effort became a reality recently when Gov. David Ige signed a bill that requires the Department of Education to provide pads and tampons at all public and charter schools starting in 2023.
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Health Director Char: vaccines soon to be available for 'Keiki as young as six months old'
The Hawaii Department of Health announced COVID-19 vaccines will soon be available to children under the age of five.
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Hirono: Transitioning DOD's fleet to electric 'is a critical step in reducing our government’s carbon emissions'
Sen. Mazie Hirono (D-HI) has joined with Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) to introduce the Military Vehicle Fleet Electrification Act, which ensures the transition of the nontactical fleet of the Department of Defense to electric or other zero-emission vehicles.
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Gov. Ige: New program will 'connect job seekers to careers in our post-pandemic economy'
Last week, the Hawaii Department of Labor and Industrial Relations (DLIR) announced that it is launching a digital hub that connects unemployment insurance claimants and jobseekers to help them get employed.
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Hirono: 'We don’t provide affordable, accessible child care'
Making high-quality child care affordable and accessible needs to be a priority, Sen. Mazie Hirono (D-HI) said during a recent press conference that also highlighted how the impact of the lack of child care burdens primarily women.
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Public schools to serve free meals: 'Make these meals part of your child's summer schedules'
Children at 83 public schools will receive meals free of charge over the summer through the Seamless Summer Option program, the Hawaii State Department of Education announced recently.
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Oahu resident showing symptoms of monkeypox; 'risk remains low for most Hawaii residents'
A probable case of monkeypox, a rare disease apparently on the comeback, has been identified in a Hawaii resident.
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Hawaii governor toughens gun laws to help 'keep our communities safe'
Hawaii Gov. David Ige recently signed a bill that restored a law requiring a closer examination of people who obtain a specific category of firearms.
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Hawaii state epidemiologist on latest monkeypox case: ‘We are investigating links between this third case and the first two cases’
The Hawaii Department of Health is reporting a third probable case of monkeypox among state residents.
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Hawaii DOT director Butay: Wailua River Bridge upgrade 'a critical infrastructure project for Kauai'
The Wailua River Bridge is going to undergo some major upgrades, with replacement of the wooden pilings as one of the objectives, as part of a $55.7 million project that has just begun.
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Hirono: 'We've made great progress in advancing equity and justice for LGBTQ+ people'
Sen. Mazie Hirono (D-Hawaii) and her colleagues introduced a resolution last week recognizing June as Pride Month.
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Aloha Harvest executive director: 'We work with over 1,000 donors and nonprofit organizations that feed the hungry'
Aloha Harvest has recovered 30 million pounds of food for Hawaiian families, an achievement Gov. David Ige calls "a big milestone," according to a tweet.
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Kahalu'u Bay receives 'Hope Spot' designation from Mission Blue: 'Kahalu‘u Bay serves as a model for other smaller bays around the world'
Cindi Punihaole and Christine Zalewski have long championed the beauty and importance of Kahalu'u Bay. Their work has paid off, as the bay has been called a "Hope Spot" from Mission Blue.