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More than $9.1 million coming to Hawai‘i for forest restoration projects
A Big Island company is one of two entities that will receive new federal funds that will be used for projects to help protect rare species, support agricultural production and increase climate resilience in Hawai‘i.
Big Island community to come together to support victims of deadly Maui wildfires 1 year later
While progress has been made toward recovery and rebuilding, the process was never going to be quick — or easy. It was always going to be a years-long effort. And while headlines might have moved on, life for survivors has not. They still need help.
Schatz visits Keauhou Bird Conservation Center, Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park
The U.S. senator, a Hawai’i Democrat and senior member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, has been able to secure millions of dollars in federal funding to help protect native Hawaiian birds and rebuild infrastructure at the national park.
USDA begins process of updating SNAP benefits in Hawai‘i to reflect high food costs
On Thursday, the federal agriculture department began seeking information from Hawai‘i stakeholders about food costs and how SNAP can better serve the state’s communities. Information gathering will continue through March 4.
Domestic Violence Action Center to Receive Federal Funds For Immigrant Program
A Hawai‘i nonprofit that provides legal information and representation to victims of domestic violence will receive nearly $400,000 in federal funding to support a program it provides to help immigrants.
Senate Passes Schatz-Led Bill to Protect Survivors of Abusive Relationships
The U.S. Senate today unanimously passed the Safe Connections Act that will help survivors of domestic violence cut ties with their abusers and separate from shared wireless service plans.
5 Big Island Farms to Receive Nearly $1M From USDA to Help Businesses Grow
Six farms and community organizations on Hawai‘i Island and Maui will receive $1,149,316 in funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, U.S. Senator Brian Schatz’s office announced today, Feb. 15.
Nearly $5 Million Coming to State for School Meals
The federal government is providing funds to boost school meal programs in Hawai’i.
Big Island finalist for $100M Grant to Support Local Farmers
Hawai‘i Island Coalition was named a finalist for the Biden Administration’s Build Back Better Regional Challenge and will receive $500,000 to further develop a proposal for between $25 million and $100 million in potential future grant funding.
New Federal Disaster Relief Funds Coming to Hawai‘i
The U.S. House of Representatives passed legislation on Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2018, to boost relief funding.
Over $2.6 Million for Ocean Observation & Forecasting
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration will award $2,659,836 to the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa.
Hawai‘i Legislators Comment on Supreme Court Nominee
Hawai‘i Legislators released statements following President Donald Trump’s nomination of Judge Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court.
Hawai‘i Schools to Receive at Least $47 Million in Impact Aid
On Thursday, June 28, 2018, the Senate Appropriations Committee passed two appropriations bills with increased funding for the Impact Aid Program.
Officials Upset With Supreme Court Decision
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled on Janus v. AFSCME, that government workers who choose not to join a union cannot be charged for the cost of collective bargaining.
Sen. Schatz Introduces Legislation in Support of Navy Shipyard Employees
U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i) and U.S. Rep. Derek Kilmer (D-Wash.) introduced legislation that would exempt employees of Navy public shipyards and other employees that directly support the shipyards from President Donald Trump’s federal hiring freeze. Original cosponsors of the Senate bill include U.S. Sens. Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.), Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.), Mazie K. Hirono (D-Hawai‘i), […]
