Josh Green

Following an outcry from local farmers, Gov. Josh Green announced his intention to veto a labeling bill that would have affected māmaki sold in Hawaiʻi. As part of a broader, years-long trend to protect local farmers, consumers and the “Hawai'i-grown” label, state lawmakers introduced House Bill 496 and let it sail through this year’s legislative session.

House Bill 796 would sunset several income tax credits, including one that offers people up to $5,000 back for the installation of a rooftop solar system. Green expressed his intent to veto the measure on Friday.

Bills that would impact criminal justice, law enforcement and housing could face a veto from Gov. Josh Green. HPR’s Ashley Mizuo reports on the measures and their impacts.

Gov. Josh Green announced Friday his intent to veto 19 bills that were passed this legislative session. HPR’s Ashley Mizuo reports on what measures are in jeopardy.

Gov. Josh Green signed a measure into law to financially protect child performers. He signed the measure alongside Maia Kealoha, who portrays Lilo in the live-action adaptation of "Lilo & Stitch."

The Honolulu Federal Detention Center could be back on the table to replace the deteriorating and overpopulated Oʻahu Community Correctional Center. HPR’s Ashley Mizuo reports that Gov. Josh Green has asked the Trump administration to consider allowing the state to acquire the underutilized federal prison.

The state fire marshal will be responsible for coordinating the state’s fire prevention strategies and response. Dori Booth comes from the Sedona Fire District in Arizona, where she was division chief of community risk reduction.

Advocates of the bill have said the measure is a legislative stepping stone to providing universal free school meals, an effort that’s been held up at the state Capitol for years. But support for expanded access appears to be building. HPR's Mark Ladao has more.

Gov. Josh Green has appointed Joe Gedeon to succeed the late Rep. Gene Ward to serve House District 18 covering Portlock, Hawaiʻi Kai and Kalama Valley in East Oʻahu.

Gov. Josh Green has signed what’s being called the “Green Fee” into law. It raises the state’s transient accommodations tax by 0.75 percentage points, bringing it to 11%, to drum up funds to go toward climate resilience. HPR's Ashley Mizuo reports.