Maui Election
No Proposals Adopted at Maui Charter Commission Thursday Meeting
Over the next several months the Maui County Charter Commission will discuss 130 charter amendment proposals that will be considered for placement on the November 2022 ballot. At its meeting on Thursday, the Commission chose not to adopt seven of the proposals placed before it, deferred action on another, and transferred two to the County Council.
Redistricting Proposal Approved by Maui Charter Commission
If ratified by voters during the November 2022 election, the proposal would change the current countywide “at-large” election process in which all county voters select all nine councilmembers, to a system where voters would elect councilmembers from within three “regional districts”, each district comprised of three residency areas.
Names of Three Finalist Sent to Governor for House District 13 Vacancy
The Governor now has until Monday, Aug. 16 to select one of these individuals to serve as the next State House Representative from House District 13.
Democratic Party Selects Three Names for Senate District 7 Vacancy Finalists
The Maui County Democratic Party’s selection body has narrowed the list of names for consideration to the Senate District 7 vacancy to: Lynn DeCoite, Yuki Lei Sugimura and Leo Caires.
Maui Democrats to Honor Senator English During Biennial Convention, May 22
Maui County Democrats will honor former State Senator J. Kalani English when they convene May 22 via Zoom for their Biennial Convention.
Democratic Party Receives Six Applications for Senate District 7 Seat
The Democratic Party of Hawaiʻi has received six applications from interested members to fill the vacant Senate District 7 seat, which was previously held by Senator J. Kalani English until his retirement on May 1, 2021. The Senate District 7 seat represents Hāna, East and Upcountry Maui, Moloka‘i, Lāna‘i, and Kaho‘olawe.
Democratic Party of Hawai‘i Seeks Applicants for Senate District 7 Vacancy
The Democratic Party of Hawaiʻi will be accepting “expressions of interest” from qualified candidates for the newly vacant Hawaiʻi Senate District 7 seat.
Rep. Lynn DeCoite Announces Intent to Vie for Senate District 7 Vacancy
State Representative Lynn DeCoite today announced her intent to vie for the Senate District 7 seat being vacated by Senate Majority Leader J. Kalani English.
Senate Majority Leader, J. Kalani English of Maui to Retire Due to “Long-Haul” COVID-19 Effects
Senate Majority Leader J. Kalani English today announced his retirement from the Hawaiʻi State Senate, effective on May 1, 2021, citing long-term effects of COVID-19.
Ohigashi, Davis and Aoki Elected as Maui County Field Reps for Congressman Kahele
Stephanie Ohigashi will serve as the field representative to Maui residents; Gene Ross Davis will serve as the field representatives to Molokaʻi residents; and Joelle Aki Aoki will be the field representative for Lānaʻi residents.
Inauguration of President Biden and Vice President Harris Focuses on Unity
Joe Biden was sworn in today as the 46th President of the United States, alongside Vice President Kamala Harris.
Gov. Ige Appoints Laura Acasio to Fill Kahele’s District 1 Vacancy
Governor David Ige announced today the appointment of Laura Acasio to fill the vacant Senate District 1 seat left by Congressman Kaialiʻi Kahele. State Senate District 1 includes the greater Hilo area.
Hawai‘i National Guard to deploy about 200 members to Washington, D.C.
At the request of the National Guard Bureau, the Hawai‘i National Guard is set to deploy about 200 of its members to Washington, D.C., to aid in and facilitate the peaceful transition of presidential power.
Maui Mayor Statement About Threats of Armed Violence at State Capitols
In response to the FBI bulletin, County of Maui Mayor Michael Victorino issued a statement today…
Schatz and Kahele Call for Impeachment and Removal of President Trump
Two of Hawaiʻi’s congressional leaders have released statements calling for the removal of President Trump through impeachment.
Congress Confirms Biden; Trump Sends Message for “Orderly Transition”
Congress has confirmed Joe Biden as the 46th President of the United States following a violent day at the nation’s Capitol in which protestors breached the building.
Democratic Party Selects Three Names to Send to Gov. Ige for Senate District 1 Vacancy
The vacancy was created by the departure of Kaialiʻi Kahele (District 1 – Hilo) who announced his resignation from the Hawaiʻi State Senate so that he can serve as US Representative for Hawaiʻi’s Second Congressional District, which he was elected to on Nov. 3, 2020.
Joe Biden Declared Winner in Presidential Race by AP and NBC News
Joe Biden has secured the presidency becoming the 46th US President, the Associated Press and NBC News are reporting. The reports are the first for major news organizations after four days of vote counts in a historically tight race.
UH: Record Turnout Sparks Close 2020 Election
“This represents tremendous civic engagement, and people who vote for the first time tend to stay voters,” said University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa political science Associate Professor and Public Policy Center Director Colin Moore.
Hawai‘i 2020 Election Results Update
Hawaiʻi 2020 Election Result updates can be found here. Check back for up to the minute updates with a focus on races of Maui importance listed first.
