Blaze Lovell/Civil Beat/2019
Legislation Would Dramatically Improve Stewardship Of Mauna Kea
House Bill 2024 represents a new, holistic approach to caring for the mauna that places the well-being of the aina at the center.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2017
‘Carbon Cashback’ Bill, Or Just Another Tax?
House Bill 2278 will do nothing to accelerate Hawaii’s transition from fossil fuels.
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A Hawaii Retirement Savings Program Is In Hawaii’s Best Interest
Senate Bill 3289 would provide a state-facilitated payroll-deduction plan for private sector employees.
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Working Toward Native Hawaiian Equity In Our Justice System
Bills pending at the Legislature this session focus on rehabilitation and cultural practices.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2021
Hawaii Needs To End Housing Voucher Discrimination Now
Sixteen states and 100 municipalities have adopted laws and ordinances that prohibit voucher and source of income discrimination.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat2016
A Hawaii-Based Education Is The Best Option For Hawaii’s Kids
The pandemic brought with it so much loss, but it also brought opportunities such as the new education program Ka Hale Hoaka.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2021
What Has The State Learned About HR During The Pandemic?
Hawaii needs to do a thorough self-study about lessons learned in the area of hiring.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2021
Joe Kent: Honolulu’s ‘Empty Homes’ Tax Proposal Is Mostly An Empty Promise
The City Council’s Bill 9 will likely not achieve its goal of creating more affordable housing.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2021
Rep. Gene Ward: Is Hawaii’s Legislature Corrupt?
A few structural reforms could go a long way to restoring the public trust and the dignity of legislators.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2016
Remote Court Hearings Are Convenient, But They Require Preparation
Yes, remote hearings increase accessibility and convenience, but following these tips can help ease the process even more.