April

Lt. Governor Details Administration's Financial Plan

Lt. Governor Aiona pressed his call Wednesday for the Hawai`i Legislature to accept the Administration's financial plan that closes a $255 million budget gap and allows the state to get through the rest of 2009 as well as the next two fiscal years without cutting vital services, raising taxes or laying off workers.

Feeding Programs Claim Statewide Spotlight

Lt. Governor Aiona on Thursday announced a month-long focus on helping to fight hunger in communities across Hawai`i, where current economic conditions have brought new attention to this long-standing social issue.

Ground Broken on Lahaina Bypass

The Administration moved a step closer to making West Maui easier to drive in, breaking ground Friday on the first phase of the long-awaited Lahaina Bypass.

Science and Engineering Skills Displayed at State Fair

As the Administration seeks to open doors to careers in high-technology industries, Lt. Governor Aiona showed his support Tuesday for a fair designed to propel students' appreciation for science and engineering.

Lt. Governor Details Plan for Clean Energy Economy

Lt. Governor Aiona drew national attention this week to the state's aggressive effort to steer Hawai`i toward an economy based on innovation and clean energy.

Administration Keeps Focus on the Economy

Lt. Governor Aiona characterized the Administration's fiscal policy over the past year as difficult but necessary to ensure that the state government lives within its means.

Administration Backs Financial Literacy

Improving financial literacy has become a rallying call for Lt. Governor Aiona as the Administration devotes an entire month to encouraging Hawai`i residents to learn more about using credit wisely and managing debt.

Lt. Governor Cites Progress of Plan to Upgrade Airports

Lt. Governor Aiona on Tuesday updated the state's air cargo industry on efforts to create a better, safer traveling experience by modernizing Hawai`i's airports.

Administration Promotes Business Travel to Hawai`i

With travel vital to communities across the state, Lt. Governor Aiona gave two national TV interviews within the past week to help encourage incentive trips and other corporate gatherings in Hawai`i.

Lt. Governor Kicks Off Monthly Radio Show in Hilo

Lt. Governor Aiona marked the debut Tuesday of his monthly radio show on KPUA 670 AM in Hilo by voicing his support for the Mauna Kea Comprehensive Management Plan, which was approved recently by the state Board of Land and Natural Resources.

Hawai`i Robotics Teams Head to World Championship

Lt. Governor Aiona on Tuesday sent two high school robotics teams off to Atlanta, where they will represent Hawai`i in a world championship tournament at the Georgia Dome.

Safe Houses for Boys Come to Wailuku and Kona

Troubled teen-age boys in Wailuku and Kona stand to benefit from an intensified statewide effort aimed at turning their lives around through a greater focus on rehabilitation.

Raising Hope for Muscular Dystrophy Patients in Hawai`i

Lt. Governor Aiona offered his support Saturday to a charity event for muscular dystrophy patients in Hawai`i.

Domestic Abuse Victims Get New Refuge

A new emergency shelter service opened its doors Friday to victims of domestic abuse, providing a refuge from some violent households in the state.

State Continues Efforts to Stop Underage Drinking

Lt. Governor Aiona on Wednesday detailed the Administration's efforts to combat underage drinking with new laws and strategies, including suspending driver's licenses and targeting adults who provide alcohol to anyone under age 21.

Lt. Governor Opposes 28 Percent Hotel-Room Tax Hike

Lt. Governor Aiona expressed opposition Wednesday to a vote by Hawai`i lawmakers to raise the hotel-room tax by 28 percent to help close the state's budget gap.

'March of Dimes' Walk Helps Hawai`i Babies

Lt. Governor Aiona joined an estimated 2,500 people Saturday in the annual "March for Babies," which took walkers four miles through Kapi`olani Park and Waikiki.

Lt. Governor Pushes for Food Sufficiency

Lt. Governor Aiona capped the Administration's month-long focus on fighting hunger by calling on Hawai`i consumers to support sustainable food practices in the state.

Supporting Education in Hawai`i's Marshallese Community

In the latest example of his support for education, Lt. Governor Aiona on Saturday helped honor Marshallese students who earned the limelight for their academic performance in public and private schools across the state.

Lt. Governor Welcomes Home Maui Robotics Team

Maui high school students were welcomed home Thursday by Lt. Governor Aiona following the showcase of their academic and innovation skills at the FIRST Robotics World Championship in Atlanta, Georgia last weekend.