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Deep sadness: Council Member Tasha Kama dies Sunday night
Maui County Council Member Tasha Kama died at 9:25 p.m. Sunday, surrounded by her loved ones, according to a family statement posted on the Kahului council member’s Facebook page. She was 73.
Governor selects Troy Hashimoto as new Senator representing District 5 on Maui
Governor Josh Green, M.D. today announced Troy Hashimoto as the Senate successor to Gil Keith-Agaran, who resigned from the post effective Oct. 31. Hashimoto said he would continue to work on key areas of affordable housing, education and health care in his new capacity.
Hashimoto Appointed to Maui District 8 House Seat
Gov. David Ige appointed Troy Hashimoto to the Maui House seat previously occupied by former Rep. Joe Souki.
8 Applications Received for Maui’s District 8 House Vacancy
The Maui County Democratic Party has received eight applications from registered Democrats in good standing to fill the remaining term of the District 8 House seat left vacated by Representative Joseph Souki. Applicants include: Dain Kane, Troy Hashimoto, Avery Chumbley, Justin Hughey, Joe Wildman, Lynn Regan, Mary Wagner and Robert Hill III. Applicants are residents […]
Application Period Opens to Fill Souki’s Remaining Term
An application deadline has been set for April 11 at 3:30 p.m. for individuals seeking consideration to fill the remaining term left vacant by Joseph Souki.
Search Begins to Fill Souki’s Remaining Term
The process has begun to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of longtime Rep. Joe Souki of Maui who stepped down amid allegations of sexual harassment.
Maui’s Legislative Seats Draw Early Interest
Those who have expressed interest in Rep. Joe Souki’s 8th District seat include: Lynn Araki-Regan; Troy Hashimoto; Justin Hughey; Dain Kane; and Mary Wagner.
Souki to Resign Amid Ethics Commission Settlement
Long-time lawmaker Joe Souki of Maui will resign from his legislative post amid a state Ethics Commission settlement over allegations of sexual harassment.
$1.1 Million Approved for UH Maui CIP Projects
The effort was spearheaded by Rep. Joe Souki of Maui, and includesmoney to make improvements to air conditioning systems at the Kaʻaike and Pāʻina buildings.
Successful Kupuna Aloha Luncheon at Grand Wailea
Over five hundred kupuna, guests and dignitaries attended the 45th annual Kupuna Aloha Luncheon
Maui Reps. Ing and Woodson Secure House Leadership Roles
Maui Rep. Kaniela Ing was selected to serve as one of two Majority Policy Leaders; and Rep. Justin Woodson of Kahului was selected as one of five majority whips
BREAKING: Rep. Souki Resigns as House Speaker
Souki cited some disappointments this session including: failure to pass Compassionate Aid in Dying bill; immunity for lifeguards bill; and funding for rail.
House Budget Includes $376 Million in Maui County CIP Funds
The house budget includes $9 million for flood damage reconstruction at the ʻĪao Valley State Monument on Maui.
Bill Aims to Free Up Bed Space at Maui Hospital
House Bill 995 seeks an appropriation of funds for Hale Makua Health Services to admit more wait-listed patients from the Maui hospital into their care.
Bill Seeks to Legalize Prostitution in Hawaiʻi
A bill was introduced at the state legislature that if passed, would repeal penalties for consensual adult prostitution and promotion of prostitution in Hawaiʻi
Maui’s Baker and Souki Honored with AARP’s Capitol Caregiver Award
House Speaker Joe Souki and State Senator Roz Baker of Maui were each honored with the AARP’s Capitol Caregiver Award for their advocacy and support of family caregivers.
Medical Aid in Dying Attracts Legislative Attention
House Speaker Joseph M. Souki today announced support of Medical Aid in Dying in Hawaiʻi, and declared his intent to introduce a bill this Legislative session..
Speaker Souki Calls for Support of Rail, Traffic Mitigation, Jail Reform
In his speech, Souki also supported making needed changes to our public education system and completing the privatization of Maui’s public hospitals.
Maui’s Souki Reaffirmed as House Speaker
The Hawaiʻi House of Representatives Majority Caucus reaffirmed Representative Joseph M. Souki of Maui as Speaker for the 2017 legislative session.
PHOTOS: Ige Signs Maui Healthcare Reform Bill for Public-Private Partnership
The governor said the state will work collaboratively with the Maui Region Board and the HHSC to select a private partner and finalize the terms and conditions of this partnership by the end of the year so that implementation can begin in 2016.
