SB1 SD2 was signed into law as Act 2 yesterday by Governor Josh Green, M.D.
Act 2 expands access to reproductive health care in Hawai‘i by establishing that the state will not deny or interfere with a person’s right to an abortion.
State Capitol Manufacturing Day 2023
Mahalo to Senator Lynn DeCoite and Representative Daniel Holt for bringing back Manufacturing Day at the State Capitol on March 21, 2023!
Our local companies showcased their locally-made products and I was excited to learn about how they used state grants to expand their businesses and increase jobs in Hawai'i.
RELEASE: House Reaffirms Commitment to Providing Safe Access to Reproductive Care
RELEASE: House Majority Moves Forward State Budget and Priority Legislation
2023 Mid-Session Highlights: House Majority Caucus
Hawai'i House of Representatives: 2023 Mid-Session Highlights
To check on the summary of some of the bills that have passed from each House Committee, please click on the image above or you may click on the following links:
PART 1 - House of Representatives: 2023 Mid-Session Highlights
PART 2 - House of Representatives: 2023 Mid-Session Highlights
To check on more bills and other information, please go to the Capitol Website: https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/
Or, click HERE.
Capital Improvement Project Funding Release: Princeville Public Library
Department of Health: Pilot Cesspool Grant Program
The applications for the state's Pilot Cesspool Grant Program with the Department of Health Wastewater will be available on their website starting March 15, 2023. The purpose of this grant program is to assist low‐ and moderate‐income property owners with converting, upgrading or connecting failing cesspools to a more environmentally appropriate method of managing and treating wastewater.
For more information, please go to their website: https://health.hawaii.gov/wastewater/home/ccpgp/
Or, click HERE.
For any questions, you may contact the Department of Health's office at (808) 586-4294 or via email at doh.wwb@doh.hawaii.gov
Library Resource: Upgrade Your Digital Skills
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Let us hear from you during this Legislative Session! Computers and Wi-Fi are available at all public library branches to help you access and participate in the process. Learn how to reserve and use a library computer here. If you are scheduled to provide oral testimony, your local library staff can assist you in connecting to your hearing. If you have your own device, free Wi-Fi access is available inside and outside all library branches.
6th Annual Tourism Day at the State Capitol
Excited to meet Kaua'i visitor industry leaders, Sue Kanoho, Nalani Brun, & many others at the 6th Annual Tourism Day at the State Capitol! Mahalo for sharing the Wailua Mobility Hub concept, Haena State Park reservation system, & Kaua'i's Destination Management Plan.
Thanks to the Hawaii Lodging & Tourism Association, in partnership with the Hawaii Tourism Authority, Hawaii Visitors & Convention Bureau, Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement, & the Native Hawaiian Hospitality Association for hosting this informative event.
