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Bill to Make Credit Freezes Free Passes Legislature
AARP Hawai‘i applauds the passage of House Bill 2342, which eliminates the fee for freezing and thawing credit reports, one of the best ways for consumers to protect themselves from identity theft.
Water Quality Continues to Improve at Kaua‘i Beaches
The Hawai‘i Department of Health is continuing to test and evaluate the water quality along the island’s coastlines.
AARP Hawai‘i Leaders Press Congress on Vital Issues
AARP Hawai‘i volunteers hope that these issues important to older Americans will resonate clearly with our elected officials in the Senate and the House as the midterm elections approach.
Schools to Compete in Hawaiian Telcom Directory Recycling Drive
All participating schools will receive a cash prize for their involvement in the program, and one school will win a grand prize.
Reps Pass Bill to Provide $100 Million to Flood Victims
Hawai‘i House and Senate lawmakers, spurred on by the need to provide immediate funding for Kaua‘i devastated by recent flooding, passed SB192 SD1 HD1 CD1.
Hawai‘i House Passes $14.4B Budget
Hawai‘i Island highlights include additional ambulances, school improvements and building of an inspection station at the Kona airport.
WANTED: HPD Seeks 2 Men on Multiple Warrants
Hawaiʻi Island Police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating two men wanted on multiple warrants and questioning regarding thefts and burglaries.
UH Study: Low-Lying Islands Will Be Uninhabitable by Mid-Century
Rising sea levels plus wave-driven flooding will cause frequent damage to infrastructure and will irreversibly contaminate island freshwater resources by 2030 to 2060.
WEBINAR: Fighting Consumer Fraud & Identity Theft in Hawai‘i
The FTC together with the Hawai‘i Office of Consumer Protection, will hold a free webinar about fighting consumer fraud and identity theft in Hawai‘i.
Supreme Court Convening for Oral Argument at Kealakehe High School
The Hawai‘i Supreme Court will hear an oral argument at Kealakehe High School Gymnasium in Kailua-Kona in the case of State v. Kaneaiakala as part of the Judiciary’s Courts in the Community outreach program.
Rep. Gabbard Introduces Bill To Upgrade Water Infrastructure
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard joined lawmakers in introducing legislation to upgrade and protect community water and sewer systems across the country.
Reps Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Support Impact Aid Schools
Reps. Tulsi Gabbard and Tom MacArthur (NJ-03) introduced bipartisan legislation to support Impact Aid schools.
UDPATE 3: Supreme Court Hears Travel Ban Arguments
The US Supreme Court heard oral arguments today, April 25, in Hawai‘i’s challenge to the third iteration of President Donald Trump’s travel ban, Hawaii v. Trump.
Boat Captain Rescues Swimmer in Kailua Bay
A woman passenger from the cruise ship Carnival Legend was seen swimming in Kailua Bay, approximately 100 yards east of Kailua Pier at 4 p.m. on Monday April 25.
Rep. Hanabusa Urges Restoration of Legal Assistance Programs for Immigrants
The lawmakers’ letter expresses serious concern about the termination of the programs and questioned the motivation of President Donald Trump’s administration.
Gov. Ige Signs Ratepayer Protection Act
Gov. David Ige signed SB 2939 SD2 (Act 005), which requires the Hawai‘i Public Utilities Commission to create the framework that will tie electric utility revenues to performance metrics.
Senate Passes Amendment to Support Schools
Hawai‘i State Senate voted 23-1 to approve a bill that proposes a constitutional amendment to give voters the opportunity to decide if the state should establish a surcharge on investment property.
PHOTOS: $600,000+ Raised for Kaua‘i Cleanup
The Kaua‘i Relief and Recovery Fund provides grants to local organizations that are bringing immediate relief to communities that have been impacted by flooding.
HPD Arrests 21 Motorists for DUI Violations
During the week of Monday through Sunday, April 16, to 22, 2018, Hawaiʻi Island police arrested 21 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
Puna Man Charged With Suspected Drug Dealing
Hawai‘i Island police recovered 369.3 grams of heroin; just under a gram of crystal methamphetamine; 28 grams of dried, processed marijuana; and just over $8,100.
