From The Garden Island:

On the first day following the opening of the 2013 Legislature, the Senate introduced a bill — passed at first reading — to repeal the controversial Public Land Development Corporation. In the House of Representatives, a bill to repeal PLDC, crafted by three Big Island representatives, was pending introduction.

Meanwhile, Gov. Neil Abercrombie announced late Thursday afternoon he would consider a repeal of the controversial law. He signed Act 55 on May 20, 2011, which created the PLDC.

“The Hawai‘i State Legislature may need to adjust Act 55 so that its good intention can be implemented appropriate to the goals of this law,” Abercrombie said in a news release, adding that public understanding and support are essential. Read the full story.

And here’s more of the latest in neighbor isle gov’t and politics:

Big Isle lawmakers lead repeal efforts in Legislature

High surf closes all north shore beaches on Kauai

Kiholo Bay surfer recovering from shark attack

Isle MECO plants amid top 10 for release of toxins

Project Grad programs get KAFCE support

Rain dries up; silverswords see hardship

Hawaii County shoppers take new bag ban in stride

Report: Maui sewage spills don’t reach the ocean

St. Marianne honored at Kalaupapa

Experts contend Pahoa roundabout will save lives

Mayor, lawmakers discuss West Maui priorities at WMTA meeting

Anna Sloggett, Kauai’s “Living Treasure,” remembered

Group, state to join forces in opening up Haleakala Trail

Photo courtesy Craighton Miller.