#Joe Souki
Governor selects Troy Hashimoto as new Senator representing District 5 on Maui
November 9, 2023 · 11:33 PM UTC
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
April 17, 2018 · 11:06 PM UTC
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
April 13, 2018 · 5:01 PM UTC
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
April 5, 2018 · 8:13 PM UTC
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
April 2, 2018 · 5:45 PM UTC
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
March 27, 2018 · 8:40 PM UTC
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
March 21, 2018 · 4:12 PM UTC
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
January 11, 2018 · 6:34 PM UTC
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
August 2, 2017 · 2:26 AM UTC
Over five hundred kupuna, guests and dignitaries attended the 45th annual Kupuna Aloha Luncheon
Maui Reps. Ing and Woodson Secure House Leadership Roles
May 19, 2017 · 5:37 PM UTC
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
May 4, 2017 · 10:36 PM UTC
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
March 16, 2017 · 2:29 AM UTC
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
February 9, 2017 · 6:29 PM UTC
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
February 4, 2017 · 2:33 AM UTC
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
January 19, 2017 · 7:05 PM UTC
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
January 19, 2017 · 1:10 AM UTC
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
January 18, 2017 · 9:06 PM UTC
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
November 16, 2016 · 12:56 AM UTC
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
June 10, 2015 · 10:36 PM UTC
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.
$172M Secured for Maui Capital Improvement Projects in State Budget
May 7, 2015 · 1:02 AM UTC
Speaker Souki said there is a balance that must be sought to ensure that needed projects are funded to maintain state services and ensure quality of life on Maui.