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Hawai‘i governor touts ‘historic’ tax cut’s benefits for working families
Gov. Green also signed Senate Bill 1035 on Monday, which exempts certain medical services from the state’s general excise tax.
Mazie Hirono, Ron Kouchi to moderate live-streamed Hawai‘i on the Hill Policy Summit
Congressional leaders and members of the Biden-Harris Administration will participate in the Policy Summit to be streamed on YouTube.
Schatz helps reintroduce legislation to end student loan debt crisis
The Debt-Free College Act provides states incentives through matching grants to increase investments in public higher education.
Anti-vaping legislation signed by Gov. Josh Green
Act 62 establishes the offense of unlawful shipment of tobacco products. This includes electronic smoking devices and e-liquids under the definition of “tobacco products” for purposes of the cigarette tax and tobacco tax law.
Schatz, Rounds reintroduce bill protecting veterans’ education benefits
The bipartisan legislation would improve veterans’ access to information about higher education and allow the Department of Veterans Affairs to restore benefits that veterans use at schools subject to civil enforcement.
Early learning bill expanding access to preschool passes final committee
The measure is a key component to the Ready Keiki initiative led by Lt. Governor Sylvia Luke to expand access to preschool for all Hawaiʻi three- and four-year-olds by 2032.
Hawai‘i’s Sen. Hirono introduces legislation to combat ‘judge shopping’
“When parties are able to choose their judges, it creates the perception that they are able to predetermine their case’s outcome, compromising the integrity of our federal justice system,” said Sen. Hirono.
Pacific Century Fellows accepting applications
The program, modeled after a White House group, is seeking community leaders in Hawai‘i.
Hawai‘i Elections Commission to meet Monday
The public may join the Monday, April 17, meeting through several in-person and distance options.
77 senate bills amended, approved by Hawai‘i State House
Measures passed by the house today include bills relating to electronic smoking devices, child welfare services, and more.
Big Island Town Hall With Sen. San Buenaventura
Senator Joy San Buenaventura announced she will be hosting a virtual town hall on Tuesday, March 2,
Hawai‘i County Inauguration Day Marks Multiple Firsts
With only one week left before a significant portion of funding evaporates, along with a daily bill of $80,000 to handle the logistics of mainland travel and testing, Roth faces a pivotal moment early in his tenure as mayor.
Big Island Elected Officials to be Sworn in Monday
Former Big Island Mayor William P. Kenoi will offer the keynote address.
Hawai‘i House Announces Leadership, Committee Chairs
The Hawai‘i House of Representatives has named its leadership, as well as appointed chairpersons to all committees.
AP Calls Michigan For Biden, Bringing Him One State Shy of Presidency
Wednesday has been a moving day for presidential challenger Joe Biden, who according to several official counts now stands one state away from claiming the United States presidency.
Hawai‘i County Mayoral Forum Set For Thursday
Nā Leo TV is hosting a Big Island mayoral forum on Thursday, July 16.
Hawai‘i County Seeks Members for Redistricting Commission
One resident from each of the County’s nine Council districts is needed to fill the Commission vacancies. The commission needs to be appointed and confirmed by July 1, 2020.
Hawai‘i Voters Asked to Update Signatures
The 2020 Primary Election will be the first statewide election conducted by mail and no traditional polling places will be opened on Election Day.
Hawaiʻi State Legislature Shuts Down Amid COVID-19 Outbreak
The COVID-19 pandemic may also have an impact on upcoming elections. Every representative in the Hawai‘i House is up for reelection, and there are 13 State Senate seats up for grabs.
