#Representative Tulsi Gabbard
Schatz and Gabbard Denounce Trump’s Proposed Budget Cuts
The 2018 Budget Blueprint gives massive tax breaks to the wealthy, while cutting vital health, welfare, environmental, infrastructure, education and jobs programs for the American people.
VA Funding Bill Includes $200M for Hawai’i
Included in the bill is nearly $200 million to be used for upgrades to infrastructure and training assets in Hawai’i.
Gabbard Votes to Accelerate Development of Zika Virus Vaccines, Treatment
In March, the Senate passed the bill, and now it is headed to the desk of the President.
Rep. Gabbard Honors Royal Order of Kamehameha I
The Royal Order of Kamehameha I was established on April 11, 1865.
Gabbard Discusses Missile Defense at Committee Hearing
Representative Tulsi Gabbard called on Secretary of Defense Ashton Carter and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Joseph Dunford at a House Armed Services Committee hearing on Tuesday.
Gabbard Chimes in on GMO Labeling
Congresswoman Gabbard released a statement that follows Wednesday’s 49-48 vote defeating the DARK Act, which would have overridden state laws that require labeling GMOs.
Four Big Island Students Among Kaha Ki’i Competition Finalists
The finalists’ artwork is being displayed in the halls of the Hawai’i State Capitol.
Gabbard Resigns from DNC Post to Back Sanders
“As a veteran of two Middle East deployments, I know firsthand the cost of war. I know how important it is that our Commander in Chief,” Representative Gabbard said in her announcement.
Gabbard Takes House Floor to Recognize Invasive Species Awareness
Representative Tulsi Gabbard spoke on the House floor Wednesday in recognition of National Invasive Species Awareness. In her speech, the Congresswoman highlighted the harmful impacts of invasive species in Hawai’i and across the country. She also encouraged lawmakers to co-sponsor and pass the Areawide Integrated Pest Management Act, H.R. 3893, which she introduced last November. […]
Gabbard Hosts Roundtable Discussion on Dengue, Zika
During the roundtable, experts discussed accurate, up-to-date information on the diseases, the current Big Island outbreak, and steps necessary immediately and long term to protect people in Hawai’i, as well as the economy.
Gabbard to Host Dengue-Related Roundtable Disscussions
Representative Tulsi Gabbard will host a series of roundtable events this week on Oahu.
Gabbard: Ige’s Declaration ‘Recognition of Seriousness of Hawaiʻi Island Outbreak’
Representative Tulsi Gabbard sent out a statement late Friday, noting that Governor Ige’s proclamation “recognizes the important and urgency of the situation.”
Gabbard Urges the Passing of $1.8 Billion to Combat Zika
“The President’s leadership and emergency request to combat the Zika virus is warranted and necessary to respond aggressively to this urgent issue early on,” said Representative Gabbard.
House Passes Talia’s Law to Strengthen Military Abuse Response
The legislation was named in memory of Talia Williams, who was beaten to death by her father who was stationed in Hawai’i.
Marines Honored Through Moment of Silence in Washington
Representative Tulsi Gabbard led the moment of silence, joined by Representative Mark Takai and members of Congress who represented the Marines’ hometowns, as well as former Marines and veterans in the House of Representatives.
Gabbard Votes in Support of Federal Housing Improvements
Representative Tulsi Gabbard voted Tuesday in favor of a bill that would enact incremental changes at a number of federal housing programs
Hilo Community Says First Goodbyes to Late Senator
Members of the Hilo community, including State and County workers, gathered Tuesday afternoon to pay their first respects to the late Senator Gilbert Kahele, who passed away suddenly one week ago from coronary complications.
Gabbard Urges Ige to Declare State of Emergency on Dengue
Under a state of emergency, State funds and assistance would be made available to the island
Gabbard Meets with Big Island Officials, Community Members
Representative Tulsi Gabbard traveled to the Big Island on Friday, where she met with Hawai’i County Mayor Billy Kenoi and Civil Defense Administrator Darryl Oliveira.
Gabbard Recognized for Food System Support
In 2012, Food Policy Action was established on the efforts of food policy leaders. The goal is to hold legislators accountable on votes that have an effect on food and farming.
