#Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs
Hawai‘i digital currency innovation lab concludes
“As we transition from this study to a broader understanding of digital currency, our focus will remain on ensuring that consumers are aware of the risks associated with this matter. We urge the public to stay informed when utilizing any form of digital currency,” said Banking Commissioner Iris Ikeda.
Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs revamps website
The Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, or DCCA, launched its newly redesigned website pages, aimed at providing visitors with a seamless and intuitive browsing experience. The revamped homepage, coupled with a new complaint management webpage is meant to enhance user accessibility and engagement. The updated homepage features a streamlined, function-driven layout and improved navigation […]
Ige Approves Emergency Rules For Out-of-State Nurses to Temporarily Practice in Hawaiʻi
The emergency rules are effective immediately for no longer than 120 days.
Hawai‘i Fixed Broadband Speeds Up in 2019
Both reports are based upon an analysis of Hawai‘i data obtained from consumer-initiated wireline speed tests taken using Speedtest.
Request to Address Regulatory Conflict for Medical Cannabis Banking
Hawai‘i Banking Commissioner requests congress address regulatory conflict for medical cannabis banking.
Real Estate Commission to Hold Meetings & Consultations in Hilo
The Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs announces that the state’s Real Estate Commission will convene its standing committee meetings
State Warns of Unofficial Annual Business Report Solicitations
(DCCA) Business Registration Division (BREG) is warning local businesses and the public about unofficial solicitations being sent out by Workplace Compliance Services.
Big Island Investor Loses $50,000 in Scam
The DCCA commissioner of securities issued a Preliminary Order to Cease and Desist and Notice of Right to Request a Hearing against Nathan McCotter for violating state securities law.
New Edition of Fraud Guide Released
Combined efforts between various state departments have led to the release of the second edition of Hawai’i’s Fraud Prevention & Resource Guide.
DCCA: Insurance Certificate Submittal System Upgrades
Insurance agents can now submit contractor and pest control operator general liability and workers compensation insurance certificate information online with the updated feature.
DCCA Seeks Teams for LifeSmarts Competition
Registration for the 2015-2016 LifeSmarts Competition is now open.
DCCA to Hold Public Meetings on Oceanic Transfer
Two public meetings will be held next week to get feedback on Time Warner Cable’s proposed transfer of control of Oceanic TWC to Charter Communications.
DCCA Latest to Oppose Hawaiian Electric/NextEra Merger
The Division of Consumer Advocacy of the state Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs has opposed the NextEra Energy, Inc./Hawaiian Electric Companies merger.
DCCA Calls Attention to Elder Abuse
In recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs is bringing attention to the issue.
DCCA Wins International Award for ‘AlertMe’ Services
The Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs has won an International Association of Commercial Administrator Merit Award for its “AlertMe” service.
Hawai’i to Receive Portion of $6M Credit Settlement
The State of Hawai’i will receive nearly $100,000 in a national $6 million settlement that includes three national credit reporting agencies.
DCCA Names Ty Nohara as Hawaii Commissioner of Securities
Nohara returns to DCCA as acting commissioner on April 16, having previously served the department for 10 years.
Gov. Ige Appoints Three Department Leaders
Jobie Masagatani and Scott Enright remain in their roles as leaders of the Board of Agriculture and Department of Hawaiian Home Lands, respectively.
T-Mobile Reaches $90 Million Settlement for “Cramming”
T-Mobile is required to pay $90 million to consumers, states, and federal departments for “mobile cramming”.
Volunteers Sought After in Broadband Study
Volunteers are being sought after by the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs’ for a program called Measuring Broadband Hawai’i.
