Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

If you haven't seen yet - PVS specialty license plates are now available! The special number license plates commemorate PVS and raise awareness of the PVS mission. — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

Have any questions about what to do if you test positive for COVID? Who is eligible for vaccines or boosters? The DOH has started a hotline to help answer questions. More information is posted below. — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

The funding is available through the American Rescue Plan Act. Oʻahu homeowners will only be able to qualify for mortgage assistance if their bank or loan servicer signs up to participate in the program. To see if you meet eligibility requirements: https://t.co/YavjpLOMCd — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

A new program has launched that can help Oʻahu homeowners negatively impacted by the pandemic. Based on your eligibility, applicants can receive up to $30K in funding to help cover mortgages, property taxes, utility payments, homeowner assoc. payments, and more. — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

RT @HIDOE808: February is African American History month. We will be sharing resources to celebrate the history, heritage and experience of… — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

The deadline to apply is Feb. 15. To learn more: https://t.co/05ZOkG97h5 — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

DHS is administering nearly $80M in funding to help Hawaiʻi’s child care system. Providers for family child care in homes, center-based, and A+ programs are encouraged to apply for grants that can help them with things like hiring staff and making child care more affordable. https://t.co/SQ0J5iZ7QV — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

Residents and business owners who were impacted by severe storms between Dec. 5-10, 2021 may be eligible for low-interest federal disaster loans. Rates are as low as 2.83% for businesses, 1.875% for private non-profits, & 1.438% for homeowners/renters. https://t.co/si1rR4DBQK https://t.co/j20sEt1UuH — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

RT @FirstLadyofHI: In commemoration of the 175th anniversary of Washington Place, join me & historian Rianna Williams on 2/10 for a free pu… — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

You can read more about what the state is doing, and how it supports the Sustainable Hawaiʻi Initiative, the Hawaiʻi 2050 Sustainability Plan, and the state’s climate goals and clean energy commitments. Read more: https://t.co/c0xMqNMXat Subscribe: https://t.co/IDaQ2rBtt4 — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

Last year the state achieved a record number of "firsts" to further protect Hawaiʻi and its natural resources, including: implementing fees to better manage tourist "hotspots," training new DLNR officers for field enforcement, and requiring state agencies to rent electric/hybrid. https://t.co/q0fU7y7ULH — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

In Washington, D.C. this morning, I had the opportunity to address @CSGovts for the first time as CSG president. I am honored to lead this non-partisan organization that identifies data-driven, consensus-based solutions that will help us address the challenges we face today. https://t.co/5rhFRNWhdA — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

I'll be appearing on @StarAdvertiser's Spotlight Hawaiʻi today at 10:30 A.M. Among some of the topics: COVID-19, Safe Travels, my State of the State Address, and Red Hill. You can also tune in and ask questions: https://t.co/w7pA6OEAsK — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

RT @NatlGovsAssoc: #broadband "is critical infrastructure for the future connecting all of the main Hawaiian Islands. This initiative will… — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

RT @EnergyHawaiiGov: Did you catch @GovHawaii's State of the State yesterday? Hear from Chief Energy Officer Scott Glenn on how #Hawaii has… — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

Hawaiʻi has been tested over and over again during this pandemic. While we may have bent, we did not break. I believe in Hawaiʻi and its purpose – and I believe we can continue to come together to build a better future for ourselves and our keiki. #SOTS2022 — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

We also have a chance to pursue new initiatives such as the development for all-inclusive broadband infrastructure. One initiative we’re proposing, Apa-kau Ka La, would close the digital divide and strengthen our community. #SOTS2022 — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

Tax collections have jumped 27.3% over last year’s totals. We now have a chance to restore cuts, repay loans, and replenish state funds such as loans to unemployment trust fund, the “rainy day” fund, and cuts from schools/state agencies that provide essential services. #SOTS2022 — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

Hawaiʻi must continue the work to fight climate change through retiring our last coal plant, establishing a rebate for working families to buy EVs, expand state to farm program, and go forward with Royal Kunia Agricultural Park to encourage food self-sufficiency #SOTS2022 — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

As an island community we’ve seen the impacts of climate change. That’s why Hawaiʻi has become a world leader in fighting the climate crisis and committing to a net negative goal by 2045 to capture more carbon than we produce. #SOTS2022 — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

We’re expecting $2.8B from the federal infrastructure law for development of transportation, clean energy, and internet capacity. We’re asking the Leg to also help make government more efficient by updating an accounting system that hasn’t been updated in 50 years. #SOTS2022 — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

Hawaiʻi has become a large part of the film industry and we want to stay competitive, that’s why we’re proposing to fortify HTA and the convention center, support small busines innovation research projects, and provide fuel to business accelerator programs #SOTS2022 — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

While we kept safety a top priority, we also tried to uplift our economy. As we continue to recover, we’ll make sure small businesses can expand locally produced goods/services, have support from the state for their innovations or through low-interest loans. #SOTS2022 — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

We also want to “reimagine” how we use facilities like libraries, equipping them with the latest technologies for community-based learning centers, as well as take steps to work on a universal preschool system in Hawaiʻi #SOTS2022 — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

During the pandemic we also switched to virtual classrooms, giving different class opportunities to students who may not otherwise have it. That’s why we’re supporting expanding virtual classrooms and creating a Virtual Learning Network #SOTS2022 — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

We can strengthen our families in one other way. Given recent revenue projections, we’re asking the Legislature to give some of those dollars back to taxpayers. We want to issue refund checks of $100 per taxpayer, and an additional $100 per dependent. #SOTS2022 — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

During COVID we also provided $260M in emergency rent/mortgage assistance. Now, the state is administering $80M to support access to childcare and provide much needed relief for young families and continuing to build more affordable housing. #SOTS2022. — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

While we work to maintain our health, we must also strengthen our community. During COVID we provided $6.6B in unemployment benefits, added 32,000 families to SNAP. #SOTS2022 — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

This includes: -Funding UH’s proposed doctor residency program on neighbor islands increasing capacity by five to 50 -Add 39 lecturers to handle demand of nursing programs. -$45M to build healthcare unit at Halawa #SOTS2022 — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

We moved quickly to respond to the pandemic by implementing Safe Travels & providing another 110k residents with health coverage. But the virus has been relentless in exposing gaps in our healthcare infrastructure. We’re asking the Legislature to help bridge those gaps #SOTS2022 — PolitiTweet.org