#Gov. Neil Abercrombie
Former governor, Big Island CEO, Maui attorney appointed to University of Hawaiʻi Board of Regents
Gov. Josh Green appointed former Hawaiʻi Gov. Neil Abercrombie, Global Resiliency Hub CEO Alapaki Nahale-a of the Big island and attorney Lauren Akitake to the University of Hawaiʻi Board of Regents.
Abercrombie and Ige to Appear at Waimea Forum July 23
The event will be one of two debates on the Big Island for the leading contenders for the Democratic nominee for governor in the Aug. 9 primary election.
Abercrombie Pulls Out of Three AARP Debates
The debates from which the governor is withdrawing include one in Hilo on July 28, but he will still take part in one the following day in Kona.
BLOG: Hawaii List of Laws Increased by 238
Gov. Neil Abercrombie has signed 229 bills into law this year, allowed nine more to become law without his signature, and vetoed seven others.
Business-Favored Law Over State Land Leases Signed in Hilo
One of five bills signed into law by the governor in Hilo Tuesday establishes new procedures for disputes over rents paid for leases by farmers and businesses.
Legislature’s Math Woes Require School Budget Cuts
Gov. Neil Abercrombie said a discrepancy between the CIP budget and the bill authorizing bond sales will require trimming some school improvements.
Hawaii Has 80 New Laws; 161 Bills Await Action
Gov. Neil Abercrombie has until July 8 to veto or sign bills, and a June 23 deadline to inform lawmakers of any veto plans.
Waiakea Health Center to Get New Roof
Other capital improvement funding released by the governor includes $200,000 for renovations to allow the reopening this year of Kulani Correctional Facility.
Funding Released for Park, Small Boat Harbor Projects
On the Big Island, improvements are scheduled for the Wailoa, Kawaihae and Honokohau harbors, and fencing will be installed at a Ka`u natural area reserve.
Flags at Half-Staff Saturday in Honor of Jean King
Jean Sadako King, who died Nov. 24, was Hawaii’s first female lieutenant governor.
$6 Million Released for Improvements to Hilo Harbor
The monies released by Gov. Neil Abercrombie will fund improvements to Pier 1 and also security enhancements at Kawaihae Harbor.
Funding Released for First Phase of Waimea District Park
The park’s 24-acre initial phase will include ball fields, a covered play court and a multi-use community building.
Flags at Half-Staff Today in Remembrance of JFK
The president asked for the nation to join him in mourning the loss of “an extraordinary public servant.”
Funding to Complete First Phase of HCC’s Kona Campus
The governor has released more than $13 million for improvements to Big Island campuses of the University of Hawaii system.
UPDATE: Same-Sex Marriage Bill Passes Committee 5-2
Senate Bill 1 now goes before the full Senate for a vote; if approved, it will then go before a joint hearing of two House committees on Thursday.
Senate Committee to Consider Gay-Marriage Bill Monday
The meeting will follow the convening of the special session of the Legislature requested by Gov. Neil Abercrombie.
Abercrombie Honors Graduates, Swears in Volunteers
Hawaii’s governor made numerous appearances in Hilo today, including at the dedication of an Immigrant Resources Center.
Governor Proposes More Special Session Bills
The governor wants to add bills for health care and government workers’ contracts to the gay marriage legislation to be heard by lawmakers on Oct. 28.
Flags at Half-Staff Thursday to Honor Late Senator
The former Oahu lawmaker died last month at the age of 73.
Flags to Fly at Half-Staff on 9/11 Anniversary
US and Hawaii flags will be lowered in remembrance of Patriot Day and the National Day of Service and Remembrance.
