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32nd State Legislature session opens with celebration of Hawaiian culture, optimism
For nearly three years, the COVID-19 pandemic forced the Hawaiʻi State House and Senate to operate solemnly online, but Wednesday the public was back and the mood was festive.
Hawai‘i Delegation Condemns Supreme Court’s Ruling to Overturn Roe v. Wade
The U.S. Supreme Court overturned the landmark Roe v. Wade ruling on Friday that ends constitutional protections for abortions in America.
Senate Passes Resolution to Honor Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
The resolution to recognize May as Asian Pacific American Heritage Month celebrates the contributions of the Asian American and Pacific Islander community to American history.
Hirono Votes in Support of Key Hawai’i Projects
The act includes over $3 million in funding for the Army Corps of Engineers to maintain Hawai’i harbors.
Hirono Takes Senate Floor in Push to Confirm Judicial Nominees
Kentucky Senator Mitch McConnell blocked Senator Hirono’s request.
Hirono, Takai Co-Introduce Coral Reef Legislation
The Act would jumpstart research related to coral reef conservation, something that members of Hawai’i’s Congressional Delegation believe is important to the state.
Hirono Co-Introduces STEM Booster Act, Honors Women on Senate Floor
The Women and Minorities in STEM Booster Act would allow the National Science Foundation to award competitive grants for outreach, mentoring, and professional development programs.
Hirono Votes Against Legislation to Override State GMO Labeling
As a whole, the measure did not advance in the Senate under a 49-48 vote.
Hirono Addresses Rapid Ohia Death at Senate Committee Hearing
Senator Mazie Hirono also called for robust funding for the USFS as Congress reviews President Barack Obama’s Fiscal Year 2017 budget request.
Hirono Resolution to Recognize American Heart Month Approved
For the past two years, Senator Mazie Hirono has led the effort for recognition of the month.
Hirono Introduces Resolution Marking Internment Camp Anniversary
The executive order led to the internment of almost 120,000 Japanese Americans during World War II.
Hirono Receives Teach For America Congressional Champion Award
Senator Mazie Hirono received the award in her office, presented by Teach For America-Hawai’i Executive Director Jill Baldemor and members of Teach for America’s Native Alliance Initiative.
Hirono Praises Decision to Hear Immigration Executive Action Case
Senator Hirono was among 33 Senators and 184 Representatives who authored an amicus brief that urged the Supreme Court to uphold President Obama’s executive action in December 2015.
Hirono Travels to the Middle East
Senator Mazie Hirono supported the Iran Nuclear Deal in September 2015.
Hirono, Schatz Comment on State of the Union Address
A portion of the Hawai’i Congressional Delegation responded to President Barrack Obama’s final State of the Union Address Tuesday evening.
‘Filipino American History Month’ Resolution Introduced
Senator Mazie Hirono co-introduced a bicameral and bipartisan resolution Thursday to recognize October 2015 as “Filipino American History Month.”
Hirono Comments on Potential Government Shutdown
Senator Mazie Hirono released a statement against a potential government shutdown.
CBP Preclearance Program May Boost Tourism
Negotiations for air travel preclearance between the United States Customs and Border Protection and 10 countries have been announced.
Sen. Hirono Introduces Small Business Legislation
United States Senator Mazie Hirono introduced two pieces of legislation designed to grow local small businesses and expand services to foreign markets.
Hirono to Attend President’s State Dinner
Senator Mazie Hirono will be in attendance at Tuesday night’s State Dinner, hosted by President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama.
