Sonja McCullen easily cleared the Senate Judiciary Committee Thursday.

There’s no clear punishment for House lawmakers who disobey vaccine requirements, but senators could face expulsion.

UPDATED: In a 17-6 vote, senators rejected Gluck’s appointment even after he asked the governor to withdraw his name Thursday morning.

Both agencies were the targets of recent critical examinations by State Auditor Les Kondo.

Lawmakers overrode five of the governor’s vetoes on Tuesday, including a bill that will require disclosure of COVID-19 cases in public schools.

Opponents worry that the long-term leases, which may last 100 years or more, amount to a sale of public lands.

State officials say the measure would speed up the cumbersome procurement process, but others worry it would make legitimate bid appeals unaffordable.

He replaces outgoing majority leader J. Kalani English.

But Gov. David Ige questions the need to reduce funding for the Hawaii Tourism Authority and moving around some state agencies.

The state is gathering ideas for development surrounding the stadium as lawmakers move ahead with giving the Stadium Authority more powers.