#Gov. Ige

Emergency rules authorize out-of-state nurses to practice medicine temporarily in Hawaiʻi

Gov. David Ige signed emergency rules authorizing out-of-state nurses to temporarily practice medicine in Hawaiʻi without a state-issued license but with certain requirements being met.

Gov. Ige to attend Western Governors’ Association conference

Gov. Ige will join the group of bi-partisan western governors to discuss pressing issues facing the region, such as land use, rural healthcare, the threat of wildfire events, cybersecurity, transportation infrastructure, drought and more.

What four measures did Hawaiʻi Gov. Ige sign on World Oceans Day?

On the 30th anniversary of international World Oceans Day, Hawaiʻi Gov. David Ige signed four measures into law that protect aquatic resources.

Who did Gov. Ige appoint to the State of Hawai’i Board of Education?

Gov. David Ige appointed N. Makana McClellan, Lauren Moriarty and Ken Kuraya to the State of Hawaiʻi Board of Education. The governor also reappointed Damien “Kaimana” Barcarse and Bruce Voss to the board, with all appointments subject to Senate approval.

Hawaiʻi Gov. Ige nominates climate change expert Aimee Keliʻi Barnes for State Land Board

Hawaiʻi Gov. David Ige nominated Kailua resident Aimee Keliʻi Barnes to replace Dr. Samuel Gon III on the Board of Land and Natural Resources. While Barnes’ nomination is subject to Hawaiʻi Senate approval, she begins serving immediately.

Maui Tourist Arrivals Down 31% for October Versus Pre-Pandemic 2019

In October 2021, there were 189,950 visitors to Maui, a 31% decrease from pre-pandemic October 2019, and they spent 9.4% less, according to preliminary visitor statistics released by the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT).

Gov. Ige Proclaims September “National Preparedness Month”

Gov. David Y. Ige declared September National Preparedness Month in response to the hardships and challenges facing the state and island ʻohana.

Hawaiʻi Gov. Ige Appoints Sonja McMullen to Intermediate Court of Appeals

Hawaiʻi Gov. David Ige has appointed City and County of Honolulu Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Sonja McCullen to the Intermediate Court of Appeals, a position that requires confirmation by the State Senate.

In Time for Mother’s Day, Less Restrictive COVID-19 Rules Take Effect for Maui

Maui County announced it is easing up on COVID-19 restrictions, just in time for Motherʻs Day. They include allow social gatherings up to 10 people and increasing restaurant capacity to 50 percent.