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Senators Introduce New Legislation to Protect Fed Worker Credit Reports
The new legislation would protect the credit reports of federal workers and contractors who were hurt by the government shutdown.
Sen. Hirono Requests Information about Credit Protections for Those Impacted by Shutdown
Sen. Hirono urged bureaus to consider the unique circumstances of the shutdown when considering actions that could negatively impact workers’ credit scores.
Gov. Ige Comments on Agreement to Reopen Federal Government
Gov. David Ige released a statement regarding the Jan. 25 agreement to reopen federal government:
Rep. Case Comments on End of Shutdown
Rep. Ed Case welcomed the tentative deal to reopen federal agencies affected by the partial government shutdown and return more than 800,000 federal workers.
Walmart Commits $300,000 to Help Support Shutdown Response
Walmart committed $300,000 to support Feeding America’s Shutdown Response Fund, the United Way’s United for U.S. Fund and the Coast Guard Foundation.
Sen. Schatz Comments on Deal to End Shutdown
Sen. Brian Schatz released a statement in response to a short-term deal to reopen the government.
Sen. Hirono Comments on Trump’s Deal to End Shutdown
Sen. Mazie K. Hirono released a statement after the announcement that a deal has been reached to end the Trump shutdown.
Rep. Gabbard Serves Meals to Those Impacted by Shutdown
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard helped serve meals to federal employees and their families impacted by the government shutdown.
Rep. Gabbard Calls for End to Government Shutdown
In recognition of the 25th day of the longest government shutdown in American history, Rep. Tulsi Gabbard called for an end to the government shutdown.
Sen. Hirono Rallies with Federal Workers
Sen. Mazie K. Hirono joined hundreds of furloughed federal employees who are members of more than 20 labor unions on Jan. 10, 2019.
ASB Offers Assistance to Customers Impacted by Shutdown
American Savings Bank is offering assistance to customers who are directly impacted by the federal government partial shutdown.
BOH Offers Programs to Workers Affected by Shutdown
The programs provide access to cash via special loan programs or getting relief on existing BOH loans through fast approval and funding; late fees will be waived.
REPORT: Hawai‘i 4th Most Affected by Government Shutdown
According to personal-finance website WalletHub, Hawai‘i is the fourth most affected state by the government shutdown.
Limited Services at Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park Due to Shutdown
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park will remain as accessible as possible while still following all applicable laws and procedures.
Sen. Hirono Issues Statement on Government Shutdown
Sen. Mazie K. Hirono issued a statement on the partial government shutdown.
Rep. Hanabusa Issues Statement on Government Shutdown
Rep. Colleen Hanabusa issued a statement about the government shutdown that will occur at midnight on Friday, Dec. 21, 2018.
Sen. Schatz Comments on Budget Deal
U.S. Sen.Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i) on Friday, Feb. 9, 2018, released the following statement after the Senate voted to pass a two-year budget deal.
Rep. Hanabusa Votes for Two-Year Budget Compromise
The two-year compromise to fund the government passed the House by a vote of 240–186.
Sen. Hirono Comments on Budget Deal
Sen. Mazie K. Hirono released a statement after voting against the budget deal and continuing resolution.
Hawai‘i Lt. Gov. Comments on Government Shutdown
Lt. Gov. Doug Chin calls for solutions, not shutdowns.
