Lawmakers are considering how far to set back new developments as well as specific strategies to deal with climate change.

Enough already. A bill to allow public disclosure of the names of misbehaving police officers should be passed this session.

Similar legislation was vetoed by Gov. David Ige in 2019, who warned that it would hurt investment in the islands.

If it passes, Hawaii would be the fifth state allowing importation of drugs from north of the border.

Amendments would prohibit the attorney general from investigating KAHEA and other nonprofits if the investigation would create a conflict of interest.

The updated guide will apply to third parties who work with Hawaii lawmakers, not just senators and staff.

Urinating or defecating near Hawaii hotels and banks or in parking lots and plazas would be subject to a penalty.

A bill that would require coffee labeled with a Hawaiian name contain at least 50% Hawaii-grown beans has so far faced no opposition.

UPDATED: Critics say Native Hawaiians, not the governor, should pick the members and the issues it considers.

Passing a proposed $500 tax credit for buying classroom supplies would be a small step by the Legislature to provide teachers the help they deserve.