Gov. David Ige has extended the temporary hold on evictions for another 60 days to provide relief for renters struggling during the COVID-19 pandemic. The gove
Senate Panel Moves To End Suspension Of Public Records Law - Honolulu Civil Beat
Senate Panel Moves To End Suspension Of Public Records Law
Updated: An emergency order from Hawaii’s governor has been in place since last spring that he says is necessary due to COVID-19. Reading time: 4 minutes.
Hawaii lawmakers are a step closer to lifting Gov. David Ige’s nearly year-long suspension of laws meant to provide transparency to the government.
The Senate Health Committee on Wednesday unanimously voted to advance Senate Bill 134, which would prohibit the governor and county mayors from using emergency powers to suspend access to public records and vital public health statistics.
Lift The Suspension Of Hawaii s Public Records Law - Honolulu Civil Beat
Lift The Suspension Of Hawaii s Public Records Law
Lack of transparency is not a good look when it comes to serving the public interest during the pandemic.
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Hawaii Gov. David Ige has issued 16 emergency proclamations since March in response to COVID-19.