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Jail policies same after Hilo inmate beating; but state’s security cameras being improved

The Hawai’i State Public Safety Department has hired a consultant to review security camera systems at each of the state’s jails and prisons and repair nonfunctional devices or replace them.

Ige Breaks Down Allocation of American Rescue Plan Act Funds

All $1.6 billion given to the state through the federal American Rescue Plan Act have been allocated, Gov. David Ige announced Tuesday, Jan. 18.

Health Insurance Relief Available For Unemployed

Hawai´i residents who have lost their jobs may have recourse to obtain more affordable health insurance.

Hilo Veterans Home to Receive Hundreds of Thousands in COVID Relief

The Yukio Okutsu State Veterans Home in Hilo will receive at least $600,000 in estimated federal funding under the American Rescue Plan Act and December’s COVID relief law.

Expanded Child Tax Credit Offers Thousands in Tax Relief

US Senator Brian Schatz has released a resource guide to help Hawai‘i families navigate the new tax benefits available under the American Rescue Plan Act.

Guide For Hawai‘i Bars, Restaurants to Access New COVID Grant Funding

Administered by the Small Business Administration (SBA), the new Restaurant Revitalization Fund will offer grants to small food and beverage businesses to cover the difference between 2019 revenue and 2020 revenue.

Hawai‘i’s Guide to the COVID-19 Relief Plan

A new comprehensive guide to help Hawai‘i families, workers, and small businesses navigate federal COVID-19 relief resources and programs has been authorized by the American Rescue Plan Act.

$6 Billion in COVID Relief Set For Hawai´i, as House Passes Relief Package

Billions in coronavirus aid is almost certainly on its way to Hawai´i within a matter of days.