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Statewide Coalition Launches Non-Profit Hawaiʻi Alliance for Progressive Action (HAPA)

Posted on June 6, 2014 by garyhooser

Aloha Friends, It is with a renewed sense of resolve and commitment that we announce the formation of the Hawaii Alliance for Progressive Action (HAPA).  It is my hope and the goal of our diverse Board of Directors that HAPA … Continue reading →

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Kauai, the chemical companies, and the little island that could

Posted on May 31, 2014 by garyhooser

This is probably the best, most comprehensive summary of the origins and present status of the Bill 2491 saga. If you are curious about who I am, why/how Bill 2491 came about and how the chemical companies are fighting us … Continue reading →

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Dylan Hooser Enters Race For State House Seat

Posted on April 18, 2014 by garyhooser

In case you have not heard, my son Dylan has entered the race for election to the Hawaii State House District 15 (Wailua Homesteads, Hanamaulu, Lihue, Puhi and Omao). Needless to say, I am proud of my son and of … Continue reading →

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Reading SB2777 – Another attempt to preempt and weaken local authority

Posted on February 21, 2014 by garyhooser

For those that are interested: Here is my analysis of that portion of SB2777 that results in the preemption of the County authority to regulate agriculture. Hearing is scheduled for Thursday Feb. 27.  Please submit testimony in opposition to YOUR … Continue reading →

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On Preemption: Carrying The Water For Monsanto In Hawaii – An Open Letter To State Legislators

Posted on January 20, 2014 by garyhooser

Dear Legislator, I know how busy you are and that you are dealing with a myriad of issues important to the State of Hawaii, so I will cut to the chase. Taking away County authority to regulate agriculture and/or pesticides … Continue reading →

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The Often Not Very Pretty Process Of Lawmaking

Posted on December 23, 2013 by garyhooser

The passage of Bill 2491 into law requiring the largest chemical companies in the world to disclose their pesticide use and prohibiting the use of these chemicals near Kauai schools, hospitals and homes or face criminal penalties – is a … Continue reading →

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The Days Of Looking The Other Way…Are Over

Posted on December 14, 2013 by garyhooser

Sunday December 15 at noon in Haleiwa – please be there and march with us.  If you live on Oahu especially, please make the time to join us and send a message loud and clear that the days of business … Continue reading →

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Kauai Perseveres Against Agribusiness Bullying

Posted on November 20, 2013 by garyhooser

The Kafkaesque threat by Syngenta attorney Paul Alston to sue the people of Kauai County for the right to spray their toxic chemicals next to schools, hospitals and homes is disturbing at best.  What kind of world do we live … Continue reading →

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With Aloha Comes Kuleana – Bill 2491 Will Withstand Legal Challenge

Posted on November 6, 2013 by garyhooser

With aloha comes kuleana.  Many in our County believe their aloha, their health, their natural environment and their families are being threatened by the toxic pesticides used on our island by the large agrochemical corporations.  Residents of our community are … Continue reading →

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Email To Mayor – Legal Review Written To Oppose

Posted on November 3, 2013 by garyhooser

I am a Kauai resident and a voter. I, like so many Kauai residents, was sorely disappointed in you for vetoing Bill 2491. As a retired attorney who spent his entire career as a staff attorney, Regional Attorney and Regional … Continue reading →

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