Gov. Green pledges to sign short-term rentals bill

Honolulu Star-Advertiser— Gov. Josh Green on Tuesday pledged to sign a bill into law that would give each county clear authority over vacation rentals — including the possibility of banning them — if it arrives on his desk, as expected.

Honolulu Star-Advertiser—Gov. Josh Green signs vacation rental bill into law. Gov. Josh Green today signed into law a bill that gives counties the ability to better regulate short-term vacation rentals in the hope of freeing up affordable, long-term housing for island residents.

KHON2—‘This is significant’ vacation rental bill signed into law by Governor Green. Senate Bill 2919 clarifies the counties’ authority to control the time, place, manner, and duration of land uses, particularly transient accommodations including short-term rentals.

WHNT.com—Gov. Bill Lee signs bill allowing armed teachers in schools. The controversial bill would allow teachers to conceal carry firearms on school grounds if certain conditions are met.