Senators are troubled by what they see as slow progress from the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity, which is struggling to find staff to keep invasive species at bay.

The governor’s budget chief says the administration will submit legislative proposals to walk back promised tax cuts in 2027 and beyond.

Federal actions cloud the revenue picture. Immigration, marijuana and energy issues also loom.

Let lawmakers know even before they convene that your support at the ballot box hinges on what they do starting next month.

The party has pulled back its nomination of Inam Rahman of Waipahu as one of three choices to fill a legislative vacancy.

Facing reductions caused by President Trump’s policies, the state’s budget will prioritize essential services such as health care and food security.

The governor also says he will likely tap into the state’s “rainy day” reserve to draw down hundreds of millions of dollars to balance the state budget.

Advocates say we’re the only state without a law requiring release of dying inmates in some circumstances, and will press the Legislature to pass one.

Lawmakers called on the agriculture department to create the dashboard so the public can keep an eye on what it’s doing to stem the spread of pests.

When the Elections Commission loses focus, administrators can’t make routine improvements, voters lose trust and lawmakers must referee performative fights.