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Hawaii Voters Could Be Asked To Amend Constitution On Marriage Equality
A section of the state’s Bill of Rights still gives the Legislature the power to limit marriage to opposite-sex couples.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2023
‘Not Acceptable’: Why So Many Hawaii Schools Lack Fire Alarms
A recent report from a House working group highlights the lack of working fire alarm systems and other safety precautions in some public schools.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
Hawaii’s Food Banks Need Far More Funding Before The Next Disaster
A House working group has come up with a suite of recommendations, including better support for the state’s food banks.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
$150 Million Fund Is Established For Families Of Maui Wildfire Victims
The fund is the start of what Gov. Josh Green described as a multi-part plan to compensate survivors and help them rebuild.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2023
Hawaiian Home Lands Seeks $6M To Test For Geothermal Power
Research identifies DHHL lands in three areas of the Big island that show promise for development for geothermal power production.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
Maui Democrats Select 3 Possible Candidates For Senate Vacancy
The governor has until Dec. 30 to select someone to serve Senate District 5.
Ku'u Kauanoe/Civil Beat/2023
Hawaii Lawmakers Propose ‘Bold Action’ To Address Wildfire Risk
House working groups have dozens of recommendations that deal with prevention of fires as well as better ways to deal with problems arising after a major fire.
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Telehealth Has Improved Medical Service To Remote Areas Of Hawaii But More Is Needed
The state made great strides in improving remote access to medical care during Covid, experts say, but barriers remain for many groups.
Patti Epler/Civil Beat/2023
Beth Fukumoto: Hawaii Should Look To Other States When It Comes To Ethics Reform
While an Office of the Public Advocate would be one way to hold officials accountable, there are other options.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
More Hawaii Schools Qualify For Free Meal Programs But The State May Not Participate
Recent changes to a federal program could allow for a significant expansion of free school meals in Hawaii, but it’s unclear if the state will opt in.