Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2026
The Sunshine Blog: No Rain Check For State Lawmakers
Short takes, outtakes, our takes and other stuff you should know about public information, government accountability and ethical leadership in Hawai‘i.
Nick Grube/Civil Beat/2019
Hawai‘i Might Just Slay Citizens United — And You Can Help
We have the authority — and the responsibility — to get rid of dark money.
AP Photo/Alex Brandon/2023
Can Hawaiʻi Deliver All Of America From Citizens United?
A state Senate bill proposes a novel approach that one legal expert says would make the controversial national campaign finance law irrelevant in the islands.
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The Sunshine Blog: Driving While MAGA
Short takes, outtakes, our takes and other stuff you should know about public information, government accountability and ethical leadership in Hawai‘i.
Chad Blair/Civil Beat/2026
Bites & Bev Snack Shop Is A Major Capitol Improvement
There is finally a decent place to grab a quick meal and a tasty beverage for visitors and workers at the Hawaiʻi Legislature.
Kalany Omengkar/Civil Beat/2024
The Department Of Justice Is Suing States For Sensitive Voter Data
An election law scholar explains why federal efforts are facing resistance.
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The Sunshine Blog: The Cash Is Starting To Flow In Race For LG
Short takes, outtakes, our takes and other stuff you should know about public information, government accountability and ethical leadership in Hawai‘i.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2026
The Sunshine Blog: Budget Constraints Doom Full Public Funding Of Elections
Short takes, outtakes, our takes and other stuff you should know about public information, government accountability and ethical leadership in Hawai‘i.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2026
How Hawaiʻi Residents Can Benefit From FEMA Programs
If President Trump issues a disaster declaration for the March Oʻahu floods, then federal money will flow to Hawaiʻi. Here are some specifics on how to take advantage of various programs.
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Airbnb As Tax Collector? It’s A Familiar Debate In The Legislature
Taxpayer information collected by booking companies would be used to collect taxes but not to allow counties to crack down on illegal vacation rentals.