Hawaiʻi Will Ban Chlorpyrifos, Establish Meaningful Pesticide Regulations
With Governor Ige's signature, SB3095 will become law and Hawaiʻi will lead the nation in establishing pesticide regulatory policy that protects the health and safety of its people and environment.
Hawaiʻi Could Become the First State to Ban Chlorpyrifos
Activists have been fighting for years for a comprehensive pesticide regulation bill. Now one is heading to a final floor vote after passing through conference committee.
Hawaiʻi Will Tie Electric Utilities’ Revenue to Performance of Key Functions
The Hawaiʻi Ratepayer Protection Act empowers the PUC to set strong, well-informed policies and encourages the utility to ensure clean energy for all of Hawaiʻi’s residents at reduced rates.
Hawaiʻi Becomes First State to Invest in Elder Care Infrastructure
The newly launched Kupuna Caregivers Program will help working caregivers pay for vital support services for their elderly charges.
Kauaʻi Hui Sues Syngenta, DLNR to Protect Kekaha Crown Lands
The complaint accuses the state agency of failing to execute its duties by approving agrochemical industry permits without adequate environmental review.
Protest at Hawaii Gas Demands Freedom From Fossil Fuels
Residents will call on Hawaii Gas to drop Liquified Natural Gas as part of a global movement to "break free" from fossil fuels.
State Legislators Push for Stronger Regulations on Red Hill Fuel Facility
Eighteen state lawmakers sent a joint letter to state and federal regulatory agencies insisting the “real danger” of contamination to drinking water not be ignored.
A Rally for the Rest of Us
Grassroots organizations lobbying on a variety of issues, rallied around the message that our government should serve the people, not corporations and developers.