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$72M in federal funds to expand high-speed internet access to Native Hawaiian homes

The funding will be used to deploy internet infrastructure and adopt projects to connect unserved households throughout the state to high-speed internet service, providing essential resources to fully participate in the digital economy.

Domestic Violence Action Center to Receive Federal Funds For Immigrant Program

A Hawai‘i nonprofit that provides legal information and representation to victims of domestic violence will receive nearly $400,000 in federal funding to support a program it provides to help immigrants.

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.

Several Hāmākua Coast Bridges to Benefit From Federal Infrastructure Funding

Several Big Island bridges will get much needed repairs this year thanks to another round of federal funds coming to the state as part of the $1 trillion Bipartisan Infrastructure Package.

Incentive Program Lifts Inmate Vaccination Numbers

An incentive program offered by the state Department of Public Safety has helped increase vaccinations among inmates.

FEMA Funds Awarded for Improvements to Waianuenue Avenue Bridge

More than $1 million in federal funding is being allocated for work on the Waianuenue Avenue Bridge in Hilo.