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Hawaii Senate Budget Committee Embraces Tax Breaks For Working Families David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023

Hawaii Senate Budget Committee Embraces Tax Breaks For Working Families

The draft budget proposal includes many of Gov. Josh Green’s proposals, including enhanced tax credits.

Why 2 Of Hawaii’s Best-Known Brands Are Battling In Court Stewart Yerton/Civil Beat/2022

Why 2 Of Hawaii’s Best-Known Brands Are Battling In Court

Hawaiian Host won a first round in arbitration. But it is pressing forward with a lawsuit in state court against First Hawaiian Bank.

Henry Curtis Has Been A ‘Thorn In The Side’ Of Developers And Power Company Execs For 30 Years David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023

Henry Curtis Has Been A ‘Thorn In The Side’ Of Developers And Power Company Execs For 30 Years

The longtime Life of the Land leader reflects on decades of pushing his clean energy and environmental justice agenda.

Matson Commits Another $5 million For Food Banks In Hawaii, Guam and Alaska Courtesy: Matson

Matson Commits Another $5 million For Food Banks In Hawaii, Guam and Alaska

Lower shipping costs have freed up funds for more food supplies, Hawaii Foodbank said.

Hawaii Families Are On The Edge Of A ‘Hunger Cliff’ Now That Extra Foods Stamps Are Gone Big Island Hunger/2018

Hawaii Families Are On The Edge Of A ‘Hunger Cliff’ Now That Extra Foods Stamps Are Gone

Nearly half of Hawaii recipients of food support are employed but the end of additional federal assistance is going to sting.

Hawaii’s Budget May Be Smaller Than Expected This Year, Council Says David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023

Hawaii’s Budget May Be Smaller Than Expected This Year, Council Says

The Council on Revenues lowered its forecast for how much tax revenue it anticipates the government will collect.

‘Ramping It Up On Steroids:’ Defense Contractor Wants A Bigger Role In Hawaii’s Economy Stewart Yerton/Civil Beat/2023

‘Ramping It Up On Steroids:’ Defense Contractor Wants A Bigger Role In Hawaii’s Economy

The once low-profile firm Booz Allen Hamilton is making a push to connect with the community and fill jobs to face China.

Economist: Green’s Proposed Tax Plan For Struggling Families Needs Some Tweaking David Croxford/CivilBeat/2023

Economist: Green’s Proposed Tax Plan For Struggling Families Needs Some Tweaking

State tax officials say language has already been drafted to address concerns that lawmakers will need to add to the bill.

Is Hawaii Ready For The Governor’s Tax Cut Plan? Lawmakers Aren’t So Sure David Croxford/CivilBeat/2023

Is Hawaii Ready For The Governor’s Tax Cut Plan? Lawmakers Aren’t So Sure

The proposed legislation would offer relief for Hawaii workers but also would reduce state tax collections at an uncertain time.

Renewable Energy Projects Are Back On Track After Pandemic Lull Nathan Eagle/Civil Beat/2023

Renewable Energy Projects Are Back On Track After Pandemic Lull

Supply chain challenges are easing, allowing Hawaii utilities to step up efforts to go green by 2045.