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Rep. Kaniela Ing Apologizes for Campaign Violations, Vows to Move Forward
“I made unintentional mistakes that hurt me, but I did so while fighting those who profit from intentional mistakes on the backs of working people. All I can do is apologize, correct my problem, face the consequences, make changes so they never happen again, and move forward,” said Rep. Ing.
Democracy for America Endorses Ing for Congress
Democracy for America today endorsed Hawaiʻi State Representative Kaniela Ing in his race for Hawaiʻi’s 1st Congressional District seat.
Rep. Ing: “Alert System Looks Like Something Out of Windows 95”
“The administration still hasn’t committed to a re-design. Simply adding a false alarm button won’t help prevent this from happening again,” said Rep. Ing.
Rep. Ing Proposes Net Neutrality Bill
State Representative Kaniela Saito Ing will propose legislation to explore the feasibility of public or community-owned, high-speed broadband in Hawaiʻi.
UPDATE: Rep. Kaniela Ing to Run for Congress
Ing plans to run for U.S. Congress to fill the seat being vacated by U.S. Rep. Colleen Hanabusa (HI-01).
“Aloha Means Goodbye”: Maui Rep. Ing Resists Trump’s Hawai‘i Visit
State Rep. Kaniela Ing of Maui will join “Resistance” groups in sending a message to President Donald Trump by holding a sign that reads “Aloha means goodbye”
Rep. Ing Leads Reef Madness Event at State Capitol
An informational briefing takes place today at the Hawaiʻi State Capitol, focusing on coral bleaching, overfishing and pollution.
Rep. Ing Proposes Lower Hawai‘i Beer Tax
Rep. Kaniela Ing plans to introduce a bill that would cut taxes Hawai‘i residents pay for beer by more than half, from 93 cents a gallon to 42 cents a gallon.
Maui Lawmakers Secure House Chairmanship Roles
The state House of Representatives today adopted a resolution formalizing new committee assignments, which includes more than 50 changes.
Ing: July 4th Floatilla Safety Issues “Alarming”
Crews assisted in the rescue of over 30 individuals in the water, which included multiple intoxicated and underage youth at the July 4th Floatilla in Waikiki.
Maui Reps. Ing and Woodson Secure House Leadership Roles
Maui Rep. Kaniela Ing was selected to serve as one of two Majority Policy Leaders; and Rep. Justin Woodson of Kahului was selected as one of five majority whips
Rep. Ing Responds to Sale of Hawaiian Artifacts in Paris
State Rep. Kaniela Ing issued the following statement in response to Native Hawaiians who are protesting the sale of certain artifacts in Paris, France.
$63 Million For Kīhei High Included in House Budget
The State House passed a proposed budget that includes $63 million for the next phase of construction for Kīhei High School.
Ing’s Bill Aims to Limit Fish Collecting for Aquarium Trade
The bill was prompted by stakeholders in environmental protection agencies and the tourism industry who have noticed less colorful fish when out snorkeling.
Public Meetings Set for A&B Water Lease
Public scoping meetings for A&B’s application to the BLNR for a 30-year lease for water from Maui streams are scheduled for Feb. 22 and 23.
Rep. Ing Introduces Rent Control Bill
A measure introduced by State Representative Kaniela Ing of Maui for a “rent control” pilot project will be heard in committee tomorrow.
Ing Introduces Bill to Put Limits on Lobbyists Serving as OHA Trustees
Rep. Kaniela Ing has written legislation to prohibit registered and recently registered lobbyists from serving as or running for OHA Trustees.
Zuckerberg Decides to Drop Kauaʻi Land Lawsuits
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg has reportedly decided to drop lawsuits to acquire kuleana land on Kauaʻi’s north shore…
Rep. Ing Sponsors Legislation for Minimum Wage Increase to $15
State Representative Kaniela Ing (D-South Maui), is sponsoring legislation to increase Hawaii’s minimum wage to $15 by 2019 and $22 by 2022.
Lawmakers Discuss Conditions of Foreign Labor at Honolulu Harbor
The meeting comes in light of recent reports by the Associated Press of alleged unacceptable living and working conditions for foreign labor workers on commercial fishing vessels docked at Honolulu Harbor.
