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Legislators Support Clemency, Release of Big Island Woman

A dozen Hawai‘i legislators signed a letter addressed to President Trump seeking clemency and immediate release for Sherryanne Christie.

Legislators Urge Use of Federal Funds for Gun Violence Research

Legislators urge Congressional leaders to strip language from the FY18 federal spending bills that prevent the CDC from researching the causes of gun violence.

Senators Send Letter Addressing Gun Violence

A letter sent to President Trump and Congressional leaders urges them to take meaningful action to address the country’s gun violence problem.

Sen. Kim Announces Candidacy for 1st Congressional District

State Sen. Donna Mercado Kim has announced that she is running for Hawai‘i’s 1st Congressional District, a seat being vacated by Congresswoman Colleen Hanabusa.

Sen. Kouchi Named Senate President

Following a majority vote on Tuesday, Senator Ronald Kouchi replaces Senator Donna Mercado Kim as the Hawai’i State Senate President.

State Senators to Conduct Visits Across Big Island

Senate Ways and Means Committee will join the Big Island senate delegation for visits around Hawai`i Island August 20 and 21.

Legislature Opens With New Leadership, Entertainment

State lawmakers have new leadership and an upbeat opinion of the economy, if opening day ceremonies are any indication.