HONOLULU – Yesterday, 454 people arrived in Hawai‘i including 109 visitors and 157 residents. During this same time last year, nearly 30,000 passengers arrived in Hawai‘i daily, including residents and visitors. The state’s mandatory 14-day self-quarantine started on March 26th for all passengers arriving in Hawai‘i from out of state. The quarantine order was expanded on April 1st to include interisland travelers. This table shows the number of people who arrived by air from out of state yesterday and does not include interisland travel.

Hāna, Maui – Senator J. Kalani English (Hāna, East and Upcountry Maui, Moloka‘i, Lana‘i  and Kaho‘olawe) expresses his thanks to Bank of Hawai'i for keeping the Hāna branch in operation during the COVID-19 pandemic. Through the senator’s prompting in discussions with the major institution, the branch on the island’s east side will remain open during this health crisis. Bank president and CEO Peter Ho said in a statement Monday that the temporary streamlining of branch operations due to the novel coronavirus would result in the closing of 39 of their 68 banks across the state and the West Pacific region. “Because we are so remote, and it’s the only bank in the region, we’re especially pleased with the bank’s decision to continue to help serve our town’s residents and businesses,” said Senator English. “This will also lessen the spread of the virus, since people wouldn’t have to make the long trip to Wailuku or town to do their banking.” Other branches in Maui County located on the other side of Maui – specifically those in Kahului, Kihei, Kaunakakai, Lahaina, Lana‘i, and Pukalani – will also remain open. #BankOfHawaii #HanaMaui #MauiCounty #Hawaii

Road checkpoints on the roadways to Hana will be located after Twin Falls on Hana Highway and at Ulupalakua Ranch on Piilani Highway. The checkpoints will help protect isolated communities with limited medical resources by restricting road traffic to East Maui residents only . "These checkpoints were requested by our East Maui community and I want to mahalo Sen. J. Kalani English for helping to coordinate this effort," Mayor Michael Victorino said. An official placard is available to East Maui residents to help streamline the checkpoint, however, this placard is NOT mandatory. Residents may pick up a placard by: Hāna Post Office Hāna Police Station Hasegawa General Store Hāna Health Hāna Store Hāna Pit Stop (Gas Station) Contacting Council Services Hana District Office at (808) 248-7513. Visiting the Ulupalakua Ranch Office from 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. Monday through Friday. Also placards were delivered to remote communities in Kīpahulu, Kaupō, Kahikinui and ʻUlupalakua. Travelers will be required to show: License Registration Proof of Insurance Reason for Travel or Placard NOTE: Please be prepared to show documents to police at the checkpoint so they do not need to touch the documents and can move traffic along faster.

Residents of Leeward O‘ahu are invited to join a town hall meeting Monday, April 20 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. via Facebook Live hosted by Senator Maile S.L. Shimabukuro (Kalaeloa, Honokai Hale, Ko ‘Olina, Nānākuli, Mā ‘ili, Wai‘anae, Mākaha, Mākua), Representative Cedric Asuega Gates (Wai‘anae, Mākaha, Mākua, Mā ‘ili), and City Councilmember Kymberly Marcos Pine (West O‘ahu). Zoom link will be https://bit.ly/WaianaeCoastZoom_Apr2020 (Passcode 96792). The meeting will also be streamed live on Sen. Shimabukuro’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/maile.shimabukuro.5. Confirmed guests include: Lieutenant Governor Josh Green Josh Stanbro, Chief Resiliency Officer of the City and County of Honolulu Representative from the Wai‘anae Coast Comprehensive Health Center Sgt. Mike Kahikina of the Honolulu Police Department Joseph Lapilio of the Wai‘anae Economic Development Council Tom McDonald of Kahumana Organic Farms Cheryse Kaui Sana of MA‘O Organic Farms Sharlette Poe, Chair of the Wai‘anae Neighborhood Board Cynthia Rezentes, Chair of the Nānākuli Neighborhood Board

Today, Hawai‘i Governor David Ige signed the attached Executive Order (No. 20-04) that authorizes liquor licensees to sell unopened beer, unopened wine, or pre-packaged cocktails with food for pick up, delivery, take out, or other means to be consumed off the licensed premises. The Executive Order also authorizes the Honolulu Liquor Commission to waive, suspend, or postpone any deadlines or administrative procedures as it relates to licenses or classes. "The Honolulu Liquor Commission appreciates the temporary relief provided to our licensees by the Governor’s Executive Order,” said Franklin Don Pacarro, Jr., Liquor Control Administrator of the Honolulu Liquor Commission. “The ability to provide unopened alcohol products with takeout food orders makes practical sense, with no appreciable negative impact to the health and safety of the community." This Order is currently in effect until 11:59 p.m. on April 30. The Honolulu Liquor Commission office is closed to comply with the Mayor’s Stay at Home Order. Individual Permits A, B, C, D are being accepted by email. The office is scheduled to re-open on Friday, May 1. Please continue to visit honolulu.gov/liq for updated information.

The Hawaii State Department of Education (HIDOE) announced today the continuation of enrichment and distance learning through May 28, the last day of the 2019-20 school year. The decision was made based on the latest guidance and information from health officials and elected leaders. “This pandemic has undoubtedly changed the way that education will be delivered at all levels and especially how our Department will operate moving forward,” Superintendent Dr. Christina Kishimoto said. “We have pushed our boundaries and created new ways of delivering on our mission, including expanding distance learning opportunities, establishing an equity of access approach to devices and the internet, and exploring work from home approaches that can help us rethink our real estate footprint for non-instructional staff. I want to acknowledge the resiliency of the HIDOE workforce and thank them for rising to the challenge of looking for innovative ways to move our work forward through this unprecedented time.” On April 2, the Board of Education unanimously approved the Department’s request to modify high school graduation and commencement requirements for the graduating class of 2020. This approval in part helped finalize plans to utilize grades from the third quarter to determine the final grade for student courses. In addition, an announcement was made earlier this week that traditional commencement ceremonies would be replaced with alternative celebrations due to safety concerns and social distancing guidance. Celebrations will occur in the later half of May. The Department’s focus will shift in the coming weeks toward a rollout of summer school, which will largely occur using distance learning, as well as creating a plan for school year 2020-21 given the changing parameters of social distancing and opening of businesses and services. In addition, the Department will initiate a health triage hotline and telehealth service by the end of the month through the Hawaii Keiki program, a partnership between HIDOE and the University of Hawaii at Manoa School of Nursing and Dental Hygiene. The service will provide parents access to a phone line answered by a registered nurse (RN) who can assess physical and mental health needs, connect public school students to services, and follow up with the family to ensure services were received. School facilities have been closed to students since March 19, but the school system remains open. All HIDOE employees continue to work remotely with the exception of those who are considered essential and must perform their duties at a campus or office. Schools have launched distance learning opportunities and learning packets are distributed via email, school websites and some in-person. The Department has also stood up a resource for parents available at bit.ly/HIDOEVirtualLearningParentResource. HIDOE COVID-19 updates will continue to be posted on the Department’s website at hawaiipublicschools.org. About the Hawai‘i State Department of Education Hawai‘i's public school system was founded on Oct. 15, 1840 by King Kamehameha III. It is the oldest public school system west of the Mississippi. It is one of the largest public school systems in the country — 293 unique schools on seven islands, with more than 22,000 full-time and 20,000 part-time/casual employees serving about 180,000 students, their families, and the community. Our vision: Hawai‘i’s students are educated, healthy and joyful lifelong learners who contribute positively to our community and global society. Learn more at hawaiipublicschools.org.

Gov. David Ige signed a fifth emergency supplementary proclamation that includes an eviction moratorium -- which prevents any eviction from a residential dwelling for failure to pay rent. Previously, all eviction proceedings and pending eviction orders were suspended with the closure of the Hawai‘i State Judiciary during the COVID-19 crisis. In addition, the supplementary proclamation enhances social distancing requirements, ordering the closure of all state beaches in Hawai‘i and restricting recreational boating, hiking and fishing outings to no more than two people unless the group is from the same residential family. The proclamation also sets more stringent requirements for essential businesses that continue to operate. They include requiring customers to wear face coverings while waiting to enter and while inside an essential business or operation; requiring essential business employees who have contact with customers or goods to wear face coverings; requiring personnel to monitor and enforce six-foot distances between customers and employees; and requiring limits to the number of customers in a facility. Violations of these orders could result in a misdemeanor with fines of up to $5,000 and/or up to one year in prison or both. Gov. Ige issued the original emergency proclamation for COVID-19 on March 4, 2020, followed by these supplementary proclamations: Supplementary proclamation of March 16, 2020 Suspending certain laws hindering state and county responses to COVID-19 Second supplementary proclamation of March 21, 2020: Implementing a mandatory self-quarantine for all persons entering the state, effective 12:01 a.m. March 26, 2020. Third supplementary proclamation of March 23, 2020: Mandating and effectuating social distancing measures throughout the state. Fourth supplementary proclamation of March 31, 2020: Implementing mandatory self-quarantine for all persons traveling between any islands in the state, effective 12:01 a.m. on April 1, 2020. The fifth supplemental proclamation continues through April 30. Gov. Ige also signed Executive Order 20-04, which includes enabling the county liquor commissions to allow the sale of unopened beer or wine with food take out or delivery and gives the commissions flexibility to deal with deadlines or other administrative procedures. Executive Order 20-05 strengthens the healthcare system’s ability to respond to the COVID-19 threat.

12 News Cases of COVID-19 Eleven (11) adults and one (1) minor are among the dozen new cases of COVID-19 reported by DOH today. There are new cases on O‘ahu, Hawai‘i, and Maui. Eleven cases are Hawai‘i residents and one is a non-resident. Please note – the number of positive cases is not the same on the following tables because some Hawaiʻi residents have tested positive while outside of the state.

The Hawai‘i Department of Health’s (DOH) Kaua‘i District Health Office (KDHO) will conduct a Community Assessment for Public Health Emergency Response, known as a CASPER survey to assess the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Kaua‘i households. Survey teams will go door-to-door, April 22-24, to 30 census tracts that are weighted towards more populated areas within the county. Seven houses within each tract will be systematically selected and surveyed. Survey teams are comprised of DOH staff with support from the Kaua‘i Emergency Management Agency, Kaua‘i Medical Reserve Corps, and the American Red Cross. Teams will be wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) and social distancing will be observed. Participating households can complete the survey over the phone, if preferred. “We greatly appreciate the participation of Kaua‘i residents in this effort to assess the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and immediate needs of our community,” said Kaua‘i District Health Officer Dr. Janet Berreman. Selected households will be asked about their knowledge, attitudes, and practices related to COVID-19, as well as the financial and mental health impacts on people in their households. Team members will have on vests identifying themselves as part of the DOH-CASPER survey team and will carry identification cards. All survey responses are confidential, and names and addresses won’t be collected. The CASPER survey methodology was developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as a way to rapidly assess the health and other resource needs of a community after a disaster. The data gathered will help the County of Kaua‘i and Department of Health meet the immediate needs of Kaua‘i families. If you have questions about the CASPER survey, please call: Lauren Guest Hawai‘i State Department of Health Public Health Preparedness Planner Kaua‘i District Health Office (808) 241-3496 PDF: Kaua’i District Health Office to conduct survey to assess COVID-19 Impact on Kauai Households Source: https://health.hawaii.gov/news/newsroom/kauai-district-health-office-to-conduct-survey-to-assess-covid-19-impact-on-kauai-households/

Boating, fishing and hiking social distancing requirements expanded Governor David Ige today, issued a Fifth Supplementary Proclamation to his Emergency Rules. This one includes limitations on activities outside homes or places of residence and closes all beaches in Hawai‘i. It became clear that many people are continuing to access beaches, waters, and trails for social and recreational activities without proper social distancing during the COVID-19 crisis. Such activity contributes to the risk of spread of coronavirus across the state. Under these new rules, all beaches are closed, which means no sitting, standing, lying down, lounging, sunbathing, or loitering on beaches and sandbars.  People can still cross beaches to access the ocean for outdoor exercise like surfing, solo paddling and swimming as long as social distances are maintained. DLNR Chair Suzanne Case said, “We encouraged more severe restrictions after our law enforcement officers (DOCARE) and many people noted large groups of people continuing to congregate on beaches in close proximity to one another.  Social distancing requirements are necessary for all of us to practice until COVID-19 is brought under control here in Hawai‘i. The Fifth Supplementary Proclamation does include exceptions which will allow people to still get outside and enjoy nature.” The emergency rules also contain provisions for boating, fishing, and hiking. No more than two people are allowed on any boat in Hawai‘i’s water for recreational purposes, unless they are part of a single residential or family unit sharing the same address.  Both people on the boat are required to maintain physical distancing of six-feet from one another, as is reasonably possible. All boats are required to stay 20-feet from one another. Group hiking on State trails is not allowed, again unless all participants are part of a single residential or family unit sharing the same address. People who want to hike alone, but who want to have another person nearby for safety reasons, are required to maintain a distance of not less than 20-feet from each other. People can actively engage in fishing and gathering to get food.  No groups of two or more people can engage in fishing and gathering in state waters or state lands, unless all in the group are part of a single residential or family unit sharing the same address. DLNR is calling on each individual to take personal responsibility to limit the impact they have on their community and self-exposure to essential activities only. If you feel the need to hike, it’s recommend that you first check the Na Ala Hele website (https://hawaiitrails.hawaii.gov/) for trail updates, and then the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus) and Hawai‘i Department of Health (https://health.hawaii.gov/coronavirusdisease2019/) for the most up to date guidelines for personal safety and distancing requirements. Certain DLNR-managed coastal and trail features are deemed unsuitable for visitation due the inability to achieve the desired social distancing recommendations, remoteness of location exacerbating public safety concerns, and known history of issues such as illegal camping and social gatherings. Please try to stay in or near your own ahupua‘a of residence for your outdoor exercise. For a complete list of closed state parks visit: https://dlnr.hawaii.gov/dsp/ Violations of the emergency rules are a petty misdemeanor and could result in fines of up to $5,000 and one year in jail, or both. Source: https://dlnr.hawaii.gov/blog/2020/04/17/nr20-047/

The Special Committee will reconvene tomorrow to assess and advise the Senate regarding the State of Hawaii's COVID-19 plans and procedures to include, but not limited to: Confirm the development of the state departmental plans and procedures; Review and assess current state departmental plans and procedures; Review and assess whether state departmental plans and procedures are properly and timely implemented to safeguard public health and safety; and To communicate and disseminate information obtained therefrom. The special committee will be meeting with the following: 11:00 a.m.             Office of the Governor Ms. Linda Chu Takayama, Chief of Staff Department of Human Resources Development Mr. Ryker Wada, Director Department of Labor and Industrial Relations Mr. Scott Murakami, Director 1:15 p.m.               Department of the Attorney General Ms. Clare Connors, Attorney General Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs Ms. Catherine Awakuni Colón, Director 2:00 p.m.               Department of Transportation – Airports Division Mr. Ross Higashi, Deputy Director Hawaii Tourism Authority Mr. Chris Tatum, CEO Please note that there may be committee members or invited speakers participating remotely via video or teleconference. The meeting will be available for live viewing on ‘Olelo Channel 49 on O‘ahu and will go out live for pick up by neighbor island public access channels. It will also live stream online at [olelo.org/49]olelo.org/49. No public testimony will be accepted. If you require special assistance, please call 586-6800 or email your request to waysandmeans@capitol.hawaii.gov.

The City and County of Honolulu is pleased to announce that Kalihi Kai Urgent Care is again conducting drive-thru COVID-19 testing on Friday, April 17, at Geiger Community Park in ʻEwa Beach, located on the corner of Kapolei Parkway and Kahiuka Street. Testing begins at 8 a.m. and will run till 2 p.m. Participants should follow the posted signs to the test area. All who attend will first be screened for symptoms and asked to provide personal information and contact numbers so results can be made known to them. Quarantine protocol for tested patients follows the State Department of Health recommendations. To view the guidelines, head here. For more information on this testing, please call Kalihi Kai Urgent Care at (808) 841-2273.