Gov. Josh Green joined Spotlight Now to discuss top issues for the state, which includes looking for a new way forward to build the Thirty Meter Telescope on Hawaii Island.

With New Year’s Eve and the anniversary of the deadly fireworks incident in Aliamanu approaching, the governor is urging the public to stay safe. He also warns law enforcement will be out in force.

In this episode, he also addressed plans to pause tax cuts to shore up the state budget, and his stance on recreational marijuana and gambling in Hawaii.