Bill Calls For Hawaii To Protect Students Who Allege Harassment
The measure would establish a state corollary to the federal Title IX law prohibiting gender discrimination.
Bill To Help Hawaiians Keep Ancestral Land Clears Senate Panel
The measure follows Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg’s efforts to buy out owners of parcels interspersed within his oceanfront estate.
Ige Fires Back: Hawaii Doesn’t Need ‘Backroom Deals’
The governor says legislative leaders who now support Colleen Hanabusa are using their political power to manipulate the voters.
Hawaii’s Top Lawmakers Unite Against Gov. Ige’s Re-Election
The leaders of the Hawaii House and Senate and the chairs of the money committees say Gov. David Ige is just not up to the job.
Hawaii Legislature Passes Medical Aid In Dying
The bill cleared its final hurdle in the Senate by a wide margin and is now headed to the governor for his signature.
Medical Aid In Dying: A Long Journey From No To Yes For These Lawmakers
More than a decade of life experiences and listening changed the minds of Hawaii legislators on an emotional issue that often divides people by faith and values.
Hawaii’s Medical Pot Program Struggling To Get Its Act Together
The licensing and inspection programs remain very short-staffed, but pot shop owners are pleased by the state’s recruitment efforts.
Alan McNarie: Futuristic Spaceport Gets Chilly Big Island Reception
Some lawmakers have proposed issuing special revenue bonds to help SpinLaunch build a facility on Hawaii Island for catapulting satellites into space.
The Last Committee: Medical Aid In Dying Bill Now Goes To Full Senate
The measure has been fast-tracked through the Hawaii Senate after coming over from the House earlier this month with additional safeguards.
Will Creating More Jobs In Kapolei Ease Traffic Congestion?
A bill in the Legislature would offer tax incentives to businesses that open in Oahu’s “second city.”