#US congress

Hirono, others introduce bill to fully fund special education

The legislation would ensure Congress fulfills its commitment to fully fund the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.

UH Cancer Center Contributes to Latest National Sunscreen Report

The report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine also recommends the Environmental Protection Agency pursue an ecological risk assessment on all UV filters, which are chemicals added to sunscreen to absorb or block the sun’s UV radiation.

HI Delegation Says Fed Healthcare Policy Hurts State

Hawaii’s Congressional delegation says proposed federal health care rules will drive further provider shortages.

First Congressional Pacific Islands Caucus Formed

Rep. Case said the issues the caucus will focus on include trade and development, security—including defense cooperation and maritime security—and climate change as well as ocean conservation.

Sen. Schatz Introduces Bill to Protect Online Data

U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz led a group of 15 senators in introducing The Data Care Act, a piece of legislation intended to protect personal online data.

Rep Gabbard Pushes Bill to Prevent Sexual Harassment in Congress

This legislation ensures that the names of offending Congress members are released and that they are held personally financially responsible for their behavior.

US Rep. Takai Endorses Hanabusa for Congress

Congressman Mark Takai (HI-01) has endorsed Congresswoman Colleen Hanabusa in the First District of Hawaii Congressional race.