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Upcoming Workshops

Posted: 1/7/2022 Workshops Tags: 2022 session, Advocacy, Bill to Law, Civics, Deadlines, Resources, website

Get ready for session and learn more about getting involved at the State legislature! You can sign up for one of our Zoom workshops by emailing us at [email protected] or calling 808/587-0478.

“Your Voice”: Tuesday, January 11, 5:00 p.m. Overview of the legislature and how to add your voice to the process“The Bill to Law Process”: Wednesday, January 19, 5:00 p.m. Walk through the process with an…
Read more… Upcoming Workshops

Video of “Your Voice” Presentation

Posted: 11/2/2021 Workshops Tags: Advocacy, Bill to Law, Civics, Your Voice

Missed a chance to come to our webinar? We’ve recorded our “Your Voice” presentation for those who’d like an overview of the Hawaii State legislature. View it here: https://youtu.be/dHjxNkXrOKg

Use the Interim to Prepare for Session

Posted: 10/14/2021 News Tags: 2022 session, Bill to Law, carryover bills, Civics, employment opportunities, newsletter, Resources, workshops

Get active at the legislature! Our latest news brief has been published. You can view it here.

PAR Workshops: Our Wednesday Evening Series2022 Regular Session: Just a Few Months Away!Carryover Bills: Tips for Keeping an Eye on ThemEmployment Opportunities at the Capitol

Want to get on our distribution list? Simply email us at [email protected] and we’ll keep you up to date!

Our Wednesday Evening Series (Nov 2021)

Posted: 10/14/2021 Workshops Tags: Advocacy, Bill to Law, bill tracking, Civics, lawmakers, Resources, testifying, website, workshops

Starting on October 27, 2021, we’ll be offering a series of Zoom workshops on Wednesday evenings — get ready for session, and come and learn more about all things legislative! Details appear in our October newsletter and you can sign up by emailing us at [email protected] or calling 808/587-0478.

“Your Voice”: Wednesday, October 27, 5:00 p.m.“The Bill to Law Process”: Wednesday, November 3, 5:00 p.m.“Using the…
Read more… Our Wednesday Evening Series (Nov 2021)

New Video: Reading a Bill (and a Resolution)

Posted: 8/25/2021 News Tags: bills, Civics, legislation, measures, resolutions, video

When advocating, it’s always a good idea to look through the bill or resolution being considered. This video may help make them a bit more understandable. Check out more of our videos on our YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgLMUbGwLiZlzHQPe82oSRg

‘Virtual’ Workshops

Posted: 8/7/2020 Workshops Tags: Civics, COVID-19, remote, virtual

Do you have a group that would like to learn more about getting involved at the legislature? The capitol is still closed to the public due to COVID-19, but we’ll be happy to set up a ‘virtual’ workshop via Zoom, or the platform of your choice. Just give us a call or email us.

No group, but still want to learn more? Contact us and we’ll set something up.

One more Maui workshop — 3/19/2020

Posted: 3/5/2020 Workshops Tags: Advocacy, Civics, Classes

In addition to the March 11th workshops in Kihei and Kahului, the Public Access Room is offering the workshop on Thursday, March 19th, at the Wailuku Public Library (251 S. High St.) at 6p. Come and join us if you can, and help us spread the word!

Hawaii Island and Maui: Presentations on Your Power in the Process

Posted: 2/27/2020 Workshops Tags: Civics, education, Hawaii Island, Maui

We’re about halfway through Session, and the Public Access Room (PAR) will be offering our “Your Voice“ presentation on Hawaii Island and Maui. In addition to answering questions and going over the State legislative process, we’ll provide tips: on using the Legislature’s website, offering testimony, tracking bills and resolutions, and communicating with legislators. Help spread the word!

Hawaii Island on March 9 (Kailua-Kona) and March 16 (Hilo) Maui on March…
Read more… Hawaii Island and Maui: Presentations on Your Power in the Process

Legislative Process Workshops at PAR

Posted: 12/7/2019 Workshops Tags: Bill to Law, Civics

As we gear up for session, come to PAR’s “Your Voice” workshop.

We’ll be offering it here at the Capitol in room 401 on Thursday, January 9th, at 12 noon, and on Monday, January 13th, at 4:30 p.m. Let us know you’ll be coming, so we can save you a seat. It’s a great way to get started, find out what’s new, or freshen up on your bill…
Read more… Legislative Process Workshops at PAR

Our Oahu outreach tour starts this afternoon in Kaneohe

Posted: 12/5/2018 News Tags: Advocacy, Civics, HiLeg

With the new legislative session right around the corner it’s an ideal time to learn the basics about the law-making process in our state and how to be a prepared advocate. Our Oahu outreach tour starts at 5:30 p.m. this afternoon at Windward Community College, Hale Kuhina 106.  Our tour continues as we visit the Hawaii Kai Library tomorrow. First presentation begins at 5:30 p.m. Get informed, get involved!

Read more… Our Oahu outreach tour starts this afternoon in Kaneohe

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