HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOM 0675.100 2022-2024 Sent: Monday,January 22, 2024 9:30 AM
To: Maurene Montgomery
Cc: Council Testimony
Subject: RE:
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From: Maurene Montgomery
Sent: Monday,January 22, 2024 9:28 AM
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As a 14-year-old girl, I am deeply concerned about the potential consequences of Bill 121 for my family and our ability to
make ends meet in Hawaii. My parents have been relying on renting out a part of our house as a means of affording the
high cost of living in this beautiful state. Bill 121,with its proposed regulations on housing rentals,threatens to disrupt
our family's financial stability and impact my everyday life.
The income generated from renting a portion of our home has allowed us to cover essential expenses such as food,
mortgage, and healthcare. If this bill passes, it could limit our ability to continue renting out our space, putting a strain
on our family's budget and potentially forcing us to make difficult choices.
Living in Hawaii comes with its unique challenges, and the income from renting part of our house has been a lifeline for
us. I urge lawmakers to consider the real-life implications on families like mine before making decisions that could
jeopardize our ability to afford living in this beautiful but expensive state. Our well-being and future opportunities are at
stake, and I hope that the concerns of young individuals like me are taken into serious consideration
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