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False Missile Alert and Homelessness Highlighted in Opening Day Remarks
In his opening day remarks of the 2018 Legislative Session, House Speaker Saiki addressed Saturday’s false missile alert, homelessness and affordable housing.
Senators Reaffirm Commitment to Address State’s Problems
Senate President Ronald Kouchi pressed his colleagues to work towards building our economy and creating educational opportunities for the youth in Hawai‘i.
Speaker Souki Calls for Support of Rail, Traffic Mitigation, Jail Reform
In his speech, Souki also supported making needed changes to our public education system and completing the privatization of Maui’s public hospitals.
Ku‘i at the Capitol; People Over Profits Rally
In conjunction with opening day, 20 groups are calling on legislators to “protect people and the planet over profits.”
2014 Legislature Opens Jan. 15
To commemorate the 55th anniversary of statehood, the Legislature will honor and acknowledge former state House and Senate members who have served throughout the years since 1959, according to a legislative press release announcement.
Souki: Time to Rebuild What Recession Took Away
In an effort to strengthen economic development and job growth, and restore public services, House Speaker Rep. Souki said the state must proceed intelligently, and generate more state revenues.
Schatz Makes First Return Trip to Hawai‘i
Sen. Schatz will participate in two public events this week including today’s induction of former US senator Daniel K. Akaka into the Aloha Order of Merit and the opening day of the 2013 State Legislature.
Opening Day Statements Include Plans for Job Creation
Tsutsui said he expects that by the end of next week, the Senate will roll out a bipartisan initiative entitled “The Invest in Hawaii Act of 2012.” The bill is aimed at cutting into the state’s maintenance backlog, and immediately create jobs for local residents.
