AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoMaui Wildfire Legal Update: The Hawaii Supreme Court upheld fee caps in the Aug. 8, 2023 Lahaina wildfire litigation, clearing the way for initial settlement payments for thousands of victims. Health Insurance Costs: HMSA notified about 16,000 kūpuna that two Medicare Advantage plans are ending for 2027, raising concerns about higher premiums and out-of-pocket costs. Energy & Community Impact: Hawaiian Electric plans an eight-hours-a-day, six-day power outage on eastern Molokaʻi for grid upgrades, sparking pushback from residents worried about food spoilage. Local Business & Recovery: Kaua‘i small businesses are still waiting on delayed Hurricane Lowell aid, while a $2 million grant program has been postponed. Consumer Protection: Hawaii’s gift-card cash-out rule applies to national chains operating in the state, and customers can file complaints with the Office of Consumer Protection. Workforce & Biosecurity: The state launched a Biosecurity Academy to train new inspectors to fight invasive species, aiming to boost airport and harbor screening capacity. Tourism Mobility: Kona Trolley returned to Kailua Village as a cashless, pass-based service to help visitors and locals get around. Hilo Development: A bowling alley and entertainment complex proposal advanced after the Windward Planning Commission forwarded amendments for County Council review.
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