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Rep. Case Votes to Avert 2nd Shutdown of Federal Government
Congressman Ed Case voted with a majority of his House colleagues to advance a measure that would avoid a second federal government shutdown.
Senators Urge Credit Agencies to Protect Federal Workers Affected by Shutdown
U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz led a group of seven senators in calling on three credit reporting agencies to protect federal employees and contractors.
Sen. Hirono Helps to Ensure Workers Hurt by Shutdown Receive Checks
Sen. Mazie K. Hirono urged the passage of legislation that would secure back pay for federal contractor employees impacted by the government shutdown.
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park Resumes Normal Operations
With the enactment of the continuing resolution, staff at Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park resumed normal operations on Monday, Jan. 28, 2019.
Sens. Urge OPM to Expedite Back Pay for Federal Workers
In a bipartisan letter to Margaret M. Weichert, Acting Director of the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM), Sens. urged to expediate back pay for workers.
Great Whale & Sanctuary Ocean Counts Commence
Volunteers gathered data from the shores of Hawai‘i Islands during the first event of the 2019 Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Ocean Count.
Sen. Schatz: ‘People Are Suffering, We Must Reopen The Government’
U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i) went to the Senate floor to call for an end to the Trump shutdown on Thursday, Jan. 24, 2019.
Rep. Gabbard Votes to Reopen Government
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard voted to pass a bipartisan package on Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2019, that would immediately reopen the government and pay federal employees.
Pu‘uhonua o Hōnaunau Reopens Visitor Center
Pu‘uhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park reports that the park’s visitor center has been reopened through an agreement with the HPPA.
Legislation to Ensure Contract Workers Hurt by Shutdown Receive Pay
Sens. Mazie K. Hirono, Tina Smith (D-Minn.) and 21 of their colleagues introduced legislation to secure back pay for the federal contractor employees impacted by the government shutdown.
Red Cross Assists Coast Guard Members During Shutdown
The American Red Cross teamed up with the United States Automobile Association (USAA) and Coast Guard Mutual Assistance (CGMA) to provide interest-free loans.
Red Cross Assists Coast Guard During Shutdown
American Red Cross is teaming up with the United States Automobile Association (USAA) and Coast Guard Mutual Assistance (CGMA) to provide interest-free loans.
Hawaiian Telcom Offers Assistance to Federal Workers
Hawaiian Telcom is offering assistance to any government employee who is affected by the shutdown and may be unable to pay their Hawaiian Telcom bills.
Basic Services Restored at Kaloko-Honokōhau
Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park reports that the park will be reopening restrooms in the Ai‘opio Fishtrap area and providing trash collection in the park.
Sen. Schatz Calls for End to Government Shutdown
Sen. Brian Schatz went to the Senate floor on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, to call for an end to the federal government shutdown.
Government Shutdown Affects Volcano Awareness Month Presentations
Due to the lapse in appropriations, USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory scientists are unable to present public lectures as planned.
Descendants of Kona Filling Ranger Duties During Shutdown
Lineal descendants of the South Kona District stood voluntary post at Pu‘uhonua o Hōnaunau National Park on Sunday, Jan. 13, 2019.
HVNP to Continue Accessibility & Basic Visitor Services
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park reports that areas of the park will continue to be accessible to visitors as of Sunday, Jan. 13, 2019.
Rep. Gabbard Marches With Federal Workers
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard rallied and marched in solidarity with federal employees, who have been furloughed or forced to work without pay on Thursday, Jan. 10, 2019.
Legislation Passes to Provide Federal Workers With Back Pay
The U.S. Senate unanimously passed the Government Employee Fair Treatment Act on Thursday, Jan. 10, 2019.
