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Although still a challenge, compiling data on lobbying activities is easier than it used to be, thanks to new efforts by the ethics commission.

A Hawaii Senate committee passes a bill to extend the GET rail surcharge another five years, but makes clear the money should only be used to build the rail line.

UPDATED: The union offered comment but not outright support. Some educators think the proposals would have helped.

If someone makes it through high school without smoking, it is unlikely that he or she will ever start.

Sen. Sam Slom and the Minority office find savings in collective bargaining, freezing spending.

Hawaii Senate gives Ige two more days to make appointments this session.

The Hawaii governor is skeptical about extending the General Excise Tax, but he believes the 20-mile project should move forward as planned.

With the Carleton Ching appointment behind him, the governor has until Monday to nominate someone else if the Senate is to confirm him or her this session.

Governor also appoints Waterhouse to serve as at-large member on Hawaii Community Development Authority.

Ways and Means Committee brings the $26 billion two-year spending plan closer in line with the governor’s proposal.