The federal government shutdown poses serious consequences for Hawaii’s economy and daily life. As an island state dependent on federal programs, the impacts will ripple quickly across key sectors.

Thousands of federal employees and military personnel face delayed pay, disrupting household spending and local businesses. Critical services such as TSA and air traffic operations will continue but under strained conditions, potentially causing travel delays that affect tourism, the state’s largest industry.

Federal grant funding for infrastructure, education and health services might be paused, slowing projects and community programs. Contractors serving federal agencies, including defense, transportation and research, could experience work stoppages and cash flow disruptions.

Even a short-

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