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Kūpuna Caucus shares priority bills for the 2024 legislative session
The Kūpuna Caucus of the Hawaiʻi State Legislature were joined by the Department of Health and community advocates to announce the 2024 Kūpuna Caucus Bill Package. The package includes five bills dedicated to improving the health, well-being and quality of life for Hawaiʻi’s seniors.
Funding measure includes millions for education and health, strengthen social safety net in Hawaiʻi
Millions in funding and additional studies to improve education, health care and social safety net programs for Hawai’i are included the Consolidated Appropriations Act 2022 that passed Congress and was signed into law by the President earlier this month.
Despite Projections for a Double Digit Economic Downturn in 2021, Budget Chairs Do Not Anticipate Statewide Pay Cuts
Dela Cruz and Luke believe that the state can weather the economic downturn without imposing school furloughs, statewide pay cuts or cuts to critical social services.
Hale Makua Hires New Social Services Director
Danielle Phillips, LSW, has been hired as Director of Social Services for Hale Makua Health Services’ two skilled and intermediate nursing homes, rehab centers and Adult Day Health center.
Kim Gennaula To Lead Aloha United Way
The Aloha United Way has announced that former news anchor and recent Kapiolani Health Foundation Philanthropy Director Kim Gennaula will replace Susan Au Doyle as President and Chief Professional Officer of Aloha United Way starting June 13, 2011.
MEO Receives $250,000 Grant from OHA for Inmate Programs
The Board of Trustees for the Office of Hawaiian Affairs today announced the awarding of $4.3 million over two years to 12 community-based organizations.
Bank of Hawaii’s Mike Lyons Maui Community Award Increased to $25,000
The Bank of Hawaii has increased its Mike Lyons Maui Community Award to $25,000 for 2011. Applications for this prestigious award are due March 17.
