NEWS & UPDATES FROM BIA-HAWAII
COVID Travel Resources
Starting May 11, individuals fully vaccinated in the State of Hawaii may travel inter-county without pre-travel testing/quarantine starting the 15th day after the completion of their vaccination. A CDC COVID-19 Vaccination Record Card with name, birth date, type of vaccine, dates vaccine was administered, and lot numbers for each vaccine dose will be required. Learn more>>>
Some residents won’t qualify for Hawaii's inter-island vaccine passport, specifically if you received your vaccination outside of Hawaii. Learn more>>>
U.S. extends face-mask requirement on planes until September. The Transportation Security Administration said it will extend its mask requirement, which also applies in airports and train stations, through Sept. 13. The rule took effect Feb. 1 and was set to expire May 11. Learn more>>>
State of Hawaii Safe Travels Program. Current updates to the state-mandated program can be found here. Learn more>>>
CDC Guidelines for Fully Vaccinated People. When you’ve been fully vaccinated, here are the updated guidelines for how to continue to protect yourself and others. Learn more>>>
V-safe After Vaccination Health Checker. V-safe is a smartphone-based tool that uses text messaging and web surveys to provide personalized health check-ins after you receive a COVID-19 vaccine. Learn more>>>
Get a Free Laminated Copy of your COVID-19 Vaccine Card. Learn more>>>
News and Updates
Lumber prices have nearly tripled during the pandemic. NAHB continues to work tirelessly to combat rising prices and supply shortages by aggressively engaging with members of Congress to mitigate this unprecedented price surge that is raising housing costs and impacting bottom lines. Read more>>>
Hawaii has the nation’s lowest COVID-19 rate, CDC data shows. At 39.1 cases per 100,000 people, the state's seven-day average was far lower than the nationwide rate of 135.3. Read more>>>
Free COVID-19 Testing Resources. There are several free testing options available to residents of Oahu regardless of your insurance. Read more>>>
State of Hawaii COVID-19 Data Dashboard. Check out this state portal for the most current COVID-19 information and updates. Read more>>>
Vaccine Resources. How to Register for the Vaccine
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