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David Shapiro: Hawaii lawmakers speak boldly of plans but act with timidity

BRUCE ASATO / BASATO@STARADVERTISER.COM
                                Gov. David Ige and legislative Democrats described as “bold” their agreement to increase the minimum wage, provide low-income tax relief, facilitate affordable housing on state lands and expand preschool, but the near-term impact is likely incremental.

BRUCE ASATO / BASATO@STARADVERTISER.COM

Gov. David Ige and legislative Democrats described as “bold” their agreement to increase the minimum wage, provide low-income tax relief, facilitate affordable housing on state lands and expand preschool, but the near-term impact is likely incremental.