July

Military Leader to Address Leadership Conference

Captain Vernice Armour, the first female African-American combat pilot in military history, will travel to Honolulu in September to join an impressive line-up of renowned women speakers at the fifth annual International Women's Leadership Conference hosted by Governor Lingle.

Governor Invited to Share State's Energy Progress

As part of the Lingle-Aiona Administration's continuing efforts to develop partnerships to increase Hawai`i's energy independence and strengthen the state's role as a global leader in alternative energy, Governor Lingle is traveling to Nassau and Denver at the invitation of the U.S. Department of Energy.

Robots Rumble on Moloka`i

Robots zipped, zagged and maneuvered on Moloka`i on Friday as members of the Hawai`i Robotics Organizing Committee (ROC) conducted a workshop to introduce students to the six major robotics programs on Hawai`i and provide information on how to start a robotics program in their schools.

Hawai`i Leads By Example

As part of the Lingle-Aiona Administration's efforts to invest in critical infrastructure improvements, and in keeping with the National Governors Association's focus for 2009, Governor Lingle released $70 million for the long-overdue repair and modernization of infrastructure statewide.

Masons Training Program Prepares Apprentices for Future

Governor Lingle joined the Hawai`i Masons and Plasterers union in honoring the winners of the 18th Annual Hawai`i State & 11th Invitational Apprenticeship Contest for Bricklayers, Masons, Cement Finishers, Plasterers and Tile Setters.

Maui Project Highlights Clean Energy Initiative

Governor Lingle praised a partnership this week between HR BioPetroleum, Alexander & Baldwin, Inc., Hawaiian Electric Company and Maui Electric Company to pursue the joint development of a microalgae facility on Maui to produce lipid oil for conversion to biodiesel and other valuable projects.

Honolulu Boy Choir Thanks Administration

The Honolulu Boy Choir thanked Governor Lingle and her Administration for their support and for taking the necessary steps to revitalize the program when it was in danger of dissolution due to financial difficulties two years ago.

Leadership Conference Set to Inspire

The fifth annual International Women's Leadership Conference, hosted by Governor Linda Lingle is set to inspire generations of future leaders. Register now for this exciting conference and gain a new global perspective on Wednesday, September 24 at the Sheraton Waikiki Hotel.

2008 Legislative Session: Final Actions

Governor Lingle delivered her final veto messages on Tuesday, wrapping up the Lingle-Aiona Administration's open and comprehensive review of 294 bills passed by the Legislature during the 2008 legislative session. This year, Governor Lingle signed more than 240 bills into law.

New Laws Strengthen Environmental Protection

Reinforcing the Lingle-Aiona Administration's commitment to preserve and enhance Hawai`i's natural and cultural resources for future generations, Governor Lingle signed three bills to strengthen the State's enforcement of laws that protect our land, unique resources and environment.