#hawaii legislative session 2019
Gov. Ige Vetoes 18 Measures; 2 Will Become Law Without His Signature
Gov. David Ige notified legislative leaders and key lawmakers on Tuesday, July 9, 2019, that he will veto 18 of 20 bills on his Intent to Veto list.
Rep. San Buenaventura Comments on Veto of Forfeiture Bill
Rep. Joy A. San Buenaventura (Puna) released a statement on the veto of House Bill 748 by Gov. David Ige on July 8, 2019.
Gov. Ige Signs Bill for New Aloha Stadium
Gov. David Ige signed a bill on Monday, July 8, 2019, that aims to breathe new life into Aloha Stadium and surrounding areas.
Lawmakers & Others Ask Gov. Not to Veto Asset Forfeiture Bill
House Bill 748 would allow asset forfeiture only after a criminal is convicted of a felony.
New Law Provides Additional Funding for Affordable Rental Housing
HB1312 HD1 SD1 CD1 authorizes the issuance of general obligation bonds and appropriates $50 million each in 2019 and 2020 into the Rental Housing Revolving Fund.
Hawai‘i Community College Student Support Bills Become Law
State lawmakers passed two bills last session, appropriating more than $2.3 million in state funds to help young people achieve a college education.
Mother to Testify to Ensure EMS Are Adequately Equipped
HD1 will amend the bill to require the DOH to conduct a review of the EMS system to determine if their vehicles are properly equipped…
