The COVID-19 pandemic brought a challenging time to Hawai‘i five years ago and the Hawai‘i National Guard was activated to help respond. The Hawai‘i National Guard’s Joint Task Force (HING ...
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Kuilei Place is a new condominium development in Mō‘ili‘ili, created through a partnership between BlackSand Capital and the Kobayashi Group. The project will offer over 1,000 homes on 3.15 acres ...
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As we reflect on April, I am reminded of the many ways we are working together to build a stronger, more resilient Hawai‘i. From creating affordable housing to supporting our ...
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On March 1, the state launched Akamai Arrival, a pilot program under the Hawaiʻi Department of Agriculture (HDOA) to digitize the Plants and Animals Declaration Form. In this initial phase, ...
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The 26th Annual State Employees Food Drive in support of Hawaiʻi Foodbank is now underway until May 9, to help fight food insecurity across the state. With a goal to ...
Read More State Employees to Support 26th Annual Food Drive
In a heartfelt celebration of empowerment and resilience, First Lady Jaime Kanani Green co-hosted an inspiring International Women’s Day breakfast and discussion panel alongside Wilhelmina Van Beers and the Consulate ...
Read More Celebrating Women: A Powerful Gathering on International Women’s Day
A dedication and groundbreaking event for Koa Vista took place on March 17, marking the initial phases of a project designed to provide affordable housing for qualifying seniors and families. ...
Read More Affordable Housing Project Opens First Phase and Prepares for Next Phase
In the aftermath of the tragic wildfires that swept through Maui in August 2023, numerous families found themselves without homes, grappling with uncertainty and instability. Since then, Ka La‘i Ola ...
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The Department of Hawaiian Home Lands (DHHL) awarded 790 leases in March for two projects in West Oʻahu. Presented at the Salvation Army Kroc Center in ʻEwa Beach, the leases ...
Read More DHHL Awards Historic Leases for Native Hawaiian Families
As we move forward into April, our administration continues to actively work on initiatives aimed at improving the health and well-being of our communities. The Department of Hawaiian Home Lands ...
Read More Ke Ala Hou, A New Path Forward April 2025 Governor’s Message