New COVID-19 guidelines from the CDC could start Hawaii’s “vaccine passports.”
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New CDC guidance paves the way for Hawai‘i to implement “vaccine passports” The federal agency said it’s safe for fully vaccinated people to travel without testing or quarantine, giving Hawai‘i the green light to modify its travel program. But key details, including how to verify vaccinations, must be worked out, said Lt. Gov. Josh Green. Civil Beat. Hawaii News Now. KITV4. Parents say “so far, so good” as schools push toward full reopening DOE still waiting on funds, approval to address pandemic-related learning loss Hawai‘i lawmakers poised to revise program that allows police to seize cash and cars Two police reform bills progress in Legislature Hawai‘i data landscape: Antiquated infrastructure, widespread distrust State unemployment office to offer help via phone or video appointment Consumer aid, vaccines keep state bankruptcies declining |
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HPD Chief Susan Ballard is up for review this week. Is she still up to the job? Four years ago, she was praised for righting a department in turmoil. Now under fire from critics, Ballard faces a new assessment from the Honolulu Police Commission. Civil Beat. Watchdog groups are calling the chief’s personal purchases from vendors awarded CARES Act funds a conflict of interest. Hawaii News Now. Honolulu mulls registering, regulating short-term vacation rentals UH study offers ways Honolulu can adapt to rising ocean waters Embattled hotel and condo project near Ala Moana Center hits another major snag Remote working for Honolulu employees is here to stay |
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HAWAIʻI ISLAND |
County has been without an auditor for five months A County Council subcommittee searching for an auditor has narrowed the list to two Mainland candidates. West Hawaii Today. Councilman calls for county to curb climbing insurance costs in Puna Airport hotel bond bill would provide up to $50M in funding Vaccinating the homeless: Clinics in Hilo, Kona slated for April 14 |
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MAUI COUNTY |
Maui Health expands vaccine registration to all residents 16 and older Starting Monday, April 5, Maui Health will be accepting registrations for residents 16 and up. Maui Now. Want to rent a car on Maui? It’ll cost you. |
KAUAʻI |
Budget proposal increases funding to manage feral cat populations The county allocated $50,000 to feral cat control for the current fiscal year, but the budget for the upcoming fiscal year proposes $120,000 in funding. Garden Island. |
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