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Chad Blair: Who’s Leading The Hawaii House GOP? Nobody Knows
The four minority members are split 2-2 on who should represent the chamber. Meanwhile, the party’s chair has resigned over controversial tweets.
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The State Of The State Address That Wasn’t
Gov. David Ige missed a singular opportunity to offer much-needed leadership to Hawaii.
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Proposed Tourist Tax Could Help Hawaii Deal With Climate Change Impacts
Legislative leaders want to bump up taxes that could be assessed on the kinds of things sought by higher-spending tourists and travelers.
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Legislative Leaders: Pay Raises For State Workers May Be Tough This Year
The state’s agriculture development agency also is still a target of legislative scrutiny as is the state auditor.
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Ige’s Proposed ‘Sugar Tax’ Could Generate $60 Million A Year For The State
Critics call it a regressive new tax and legislative leaders doubt it will pass.
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Hawaii Chief Justice: Courts Must Address Systemic Inequities
UPDATED: Hawaii’s Judiciary is stepping up efforts to combat racism and bias but it’s also grappling with possible budget cuts.
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Bill Would Give Lawmakers Control Over Auditor’s Paycheck
The State Auditor continues to be a target of legislative leaders.
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Vaccination Available For All Employees At Legislature
The Health Department says it’s part of a prioritized schedule for COVID-19.
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Ige’s State Of The State Speech Skips The Difficult Details
The Hawaii governor recapped impacts from the pandemic, but never mentioned furloughs, layoffs or possible tax increases.
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Chad Blair: New Progressive Caucus Hopes To Be A Force At The Legislature
The new caucus will advocate for issues members say are not getting the attention they deserve.