The big real estate trusts pay little or no state corporate income tax on the money they earn.
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The Sunshine Blog: Choices To Replace Sen. Henry Aquino Are, Uh, Interesting
Short takes, outtakes, our takes and other stuff you should know about public information, government accountability and ethical leadership in Hawai‘i.
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It’s Official: Boards Can’t Go Behind Closed Doors For Most Personnel Matters
The Office of Information Practices has finally formally acknowledged court rulings on hiring, firing and evaluating top public officials.
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We Need A Longer Legislative Session — But It’s No Guarantee Of Transparency
Hawaiʻi is about to start paying its lawmakers a lot more money. In some other states that has meant more months in session and full-time work.
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Hawaiʻi Lawmakers Introduce A Lot Of Bills. See Whose Pass — And Fail
Committee chairs and legislative veterans have the best track record, a review of the data shows. But even they only get a fraction of what they introduce through.
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Campaign Commission Will Push Again For Reforms Lawmakers Keep Rejecting
It will reintroduce measures that were killed late in the last session with no public explanation.
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Why Understanding Hawaiʻi’s Budget Is An Important Civic Duty
An engaged and informed public is the most powerful tool for change we have.
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Senator Voted For Bills Backed By Lobbyists He’s Going To Work For
Meanwhile, the state Ethics Commission plans to consider addressing the “revolving door” between state officials and the private sector.
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The Sunshine Blog: Strange Suit That Ensnared Maui Police Chief May Unravel
Short takes, outtakes, our takes and other stuff you should know about public information, government accountability and ethical leadership in Hawai‘i.