AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoMaui Recovery: A court ruling limits attorney fees in Maui wildfire settlement claims, aiming to push more compensation directly to survivors and families after the Aug. 8, 2023 fires. Local Government: The Hawaii County Council approved General Plan 2045 (Bill 66) despite fierce opposition, sending it to Mayor Kimo Alameda, who signaled he won’t sign or veto but has reservations. Health & Fraud: Hawaii is setting up a Medicaid fraud task force after federal funding was cut, following findings that the state’s Medicaid Fraud Control Unit failed to secure convictions or even indictments from 2022-2025. Tourism & Harbor Recovery: Atlantis Submarines restarted Lahaina tours from the Small Boat Harbor as restoration work continues. Construction Watch: A new report says Hawaii construction spending surged to more than $2 billion in the first quarter, led by public projects, while private housing spending fell year over year. Workforce Development: Applications are open for a new Maui and Hawaii Island wastewater workforce certificate to help replace aging cesspools. Food Safety: DOH cleared Ohana Sub & Deli to reopen after critical violations were corrected. Weather/Cost of Living: Breezy trade winds and limited rain are expected statewide, while diesel prices in Kauai hit a reported low of $7.29/gal.
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