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The Department of Hawaiian Home Lands has prepared legislative proposals to be recommended for inclusion in the Governor’s next legislative package following a solicitation for public input.

Maui Humane Society will participate in national “Clear the Shelters” Day on Aug. 18. Adoption fees will be waived on dogs, cats & critters at the Maui event.

Sen. Schatz said that while private companies across the country are starting to see the benefits of similar practices, the US is still the only industrial nation in the world without a program that gives working parents the time off and income they need to care for a new child.