Issue Position: Jobs and Economy

Issue Position

As your Senator, Lorraine has worked diligently with her colleagues to stimulate the economy with:

Funding of $327 million in capital improvement projects for the Big Island in 2007 that will stimulate our economy and provide jobs

Funding of $50 million for National Guard Facilities at Hilo Airport

Major improvements to Hilo and Kawaihae Harbors

An $800,000 appropriate for Pohoiki Boat Ramp and Loading Dock

A $20 million investment for a Cargo Building and Ramp at Hilo International Airport

Nearly $15 million for terminal expansion and improvements at Kona International
Airport at Keahole

Tax credits for low-to-middle income earners from State General Fund surplus

Tax Holiday-no general excise tax for a back-to-school shopping weekend

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