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They also want a larger share of the state hotel tax revenues and immunity for lifeguards at state beaches.

We’ve seen flooded streets and washed out beaches, but even the birds, the animals and the forests are being affected by global warming.

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How will new leadership roles, consolidated power, differing priorities — all in an election year — affect the public’s business?

Hawaii leaders have no idea what to do about an environmental problem that could cost billions of dollars to fix.

President Trump’s budget proposal to Congress calls for at least $6.2 million in cuts to health programs in the islands.

A report that was due before the 2017 legislative session is now expected sometime during the 2018 session.

Economists caution legislators about the housing shortage, the possibility of lower tax revenue and reduced tourist spending.

The risks posed by the state’s 88,000 remaining cesspools will likely be amplified by climate change.