AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoU.S. Supreme Court Guns Ruling: The court struck down Hawaii’s “permission slip” law requiring people to get approval to carry guns into stores and hotels, clearing the way for concealed carry on private property unless owners ban it. SNAP Funding Pressure: A new federal SNAP audit approach could force Hawaii to cover a growing share of costs if the state’s error rate stays high, with potential budget hits reaching tens of millions. Hawaii Economy & Jobs: Hawaii’s labor force hit a six-year high as leisure and hospitality added jobs, while the unemployment rate rose to 2.5%—still among the lowest in the nation. Local Governance & Land Use: Maui Tomorrow Foundation sued to block a coastal deregulation law that creates exemptions for development in certain counties, arguing it violates Hawaii’s constitution. Aviation Workforce: Hawaii is fast-tracking its pilot pipeline with youth training and an Aug. 1 Aviation Expo as retirements and global demand strain staffing. Science & Safety: UH research says San Andreas Fault stress is at a 1,000-year high, while a new Oʻahu study highlights how transportation barriers keep people from reaching work, school, and essentials. Community & Culture: Hawaii State Archives extended a Selma civil rights photo exhibit through July 31, highlighting the Aloha State’s participation in the 1965 march.
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