With Democrats in control, the Legislature needs to capitalize on the potential to pull in more federal money to rebuild.

The credits help to develop renewable energy projects but also cost the state millions of dollars.

A ban on food items and other items of nominal value affects state officials and the business of lobbyists.

Some lawmakers questioned the project, with one calling the maintenance costs a “nightmare.”

Ige’s chief of staff also suggests upping the “barrel tax” on fossil fuels to help balance the budget.

The job losses could have serious effects on public health if another disease outbreak occurs.

The state Council on Revenues says Hawaii will collect $300 million more in taxes this year than previously projected.

Craig Hirai stressed that nothing is settled but dropped some hints about possible tax increases in a House Finance Committee hearing.

The Ige administration budget would also “eviscerate” state enforcement of anti-discrimination laws.

The governor’s order has been in effect since March, but it’s unclear if lawmakers will do anything about it next session despite their opposition to it.