#Hawaii State Legislature
Public Land Development Corp: Good Idea, Bad Legislation
A furious public reaction has brought attention to Act 55, a law that bypasses many regulations for developing public lands. It’s vague, open-ended, and may vest too much power in the governor.
Governor Releases $36M For Big Isle Infrastructure
The capital improvement projects are aimed at Big Island roadways, airports and harbors.
Hawaii Final State to Implement ‘Move Over’ Law
The governor today was scheduled to sign into law a bill requiring that motorists exercise extra care when approaching emergency vehicles along the roadway.
Wanted: Pro-Business Democrats
“Our state already ranks second to last on Forbes “Best States for Business” list, and we can ill afford to wait two or three more decades before re-crafting our incentives for commerce.”
Gambling Bill Morphs to Changes in Environmental Laws
A 2011 bill that would have legalized a form of gambling in Hawaii has re-emerged in 2012 with new language, this time dealing with environmental regulations.
Lawmakers Approve $2.1M Settlement Over Hilo Courthouse Construction
State lawmakers have sent the governor a bill paying out $5.8 million in settlements stemming from lawsuits filed against various state agencies.
Abercrombie Lacks Openness, Critics Say
On Freedom of Information Day, the Big Island Press Club and a prominent journalism professor criticize Gov. Neil Abercrombie for a perceived lack of openness.
Lawmakers Weighing Undersea Power Cable
A bill establishing regulations for an undersea cable that could carry electricity between islands is making its way through the Legislature.
BRIEF: Senate Passes Big CIP Bill on to House
The Senate unanimously passes The Invest in Hawaii Act of 2012 and moves it to the state House of Representatives for consideration.
Banyan Drive Improvement Bill Dead for Session
State Rep. Jerry Chang defers his bill designed to spark redevelopment of Banyan Drive, where most of Hilo’s tourism accommodations are located.
Hawaii Version of Stimulus Package Proposed
A state legislative hearing is set for Friday on Hawaii’s version of President Obama’s stimulus package. The bill would authorize the sale of $500 million in general obligation bonds to fund repair and maintenance projects across a broad spectrum of state departments and agencies including the state’s public schools, the University of Hawaii system and […]
