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Maui lawmakers earn leadership and committee assignments for the 33rd Legislature

House Speaker Nadine K. Nakamura announced House leadership and committee assignments for the 33rd Legislature. Maui Rep. Tyson Miyake was named Majority Whip, Rep. Justin Woodson was named chair of the House Committee on Education, and Rep. Kyle Yamashita was named chair of the House Committee on Finance.

Final budget bill includes Maui wildfire legislation establishing an Office of the State Fire Marshal

The House of Representatives officially adjourned sine die, marking the conclusion of the 32nd Legislature on Friday. House Committee on Finance Chair Kyle T. Yamashita (D-12 Upcountry Maui) said, “We approached the crafting of the state budget with careful consideration, reflecting the House’s dedication to fiscal prudence, accountability, and transparency. As we commenced this legislative session, our immediate […]

State Reps from Maui County hold key positions in 2023 legislative session

All six of Maui County’s State Representatives hold leadership roles in six different House Committees for the 2023 legislative session.

Hawai‘i House Leadership, Committee Assignments Announced

House Speaker Scott K. Saiki today announced the House Leadership and committee assignments for the Thirtieth Legislature (2019-2020).

House Welcomes Nine New Representatives

Nine newly elected Representatives to the 2019 Legislature are moving into their offices, including Maui’s Troy Hashimoto and Christine M.L. Wildberger

Maui Lawmakers Secure Leadership, Committee Chair Assignments

Maui’s Justin H. Woodson has secured a house leadership role as one of nine majority whips.  He was also identified as chair of the House Committee on Education under a list released today by House Speaker Scott Saiki.

Woodson Receives 4 More Endorsements

The Friends of Justin H Woodson announced that State Representative Justin Woodson, who serves in District 9 (Kahului, Puʻunēnē, Old Sand Hills and Maui Lani) has received four more endorsements.

Maui Lawmakers Praise Promise Bill for Higher Education

The Hawaiʻi Promise Scholarship provides financial aid for the unmet direct cost needs of qualified students at any community college campus within the University of Hawaiʻi System.

Rep. Hashimoto to Host Lawmakers Listen, May 29

State Representative Troy Hashimoto will host a Lawmakers Listen town hall meeting on Tuesday, May 29, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at ʻĪao Intermediate School

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.

Rep. Ing Leads Reef Madness Event at State Capitol

An informational briefing takes place today at the Hawaiʻi State Capitol, focusing on coral bleaching, overfishing and pollution.

Maui Lawmakers Secure House Chairmanship Roles

The state House of Representatives today adopted a resolution formalizing new committee assignments, which includes more than 50 changes.

Maui’s Teresa Shook Honored for Women’s March Vision

Teresa Shook was presented with a certificate for her vision & dedication in the creation of the Women’s March and all of the unifying principals it stands for.

Sen. Baker & Rep. McKelvey Host Talk Story Jan. 16

Senator Rosalyn Baker and Rep. McKelvey will hold a Legislative Town Hall Meeting on Jan. 16, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the West Maui Senior Center in Lahaina.

Tegarden Files Nomination Papers for 2016 House Race

South Maui resident and Democratic candidate Deidre Tegarden, who is running for the State House of Representatives 11th District (Kīhei, Wailea, Mākena), filed her nomination papers today at the Office of the County Clerk in the Kalana O Maui building.

Tegarden to Host Campaign Fundraiser at VFW Hall in Kīhei

Longtime South Maui resident and Democratic candidate Deidre Tegarden, who is running for the State House of Representatives 11th District (Kīhei, Wailea, Mākena), will host a campaign fundraiser at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Hall in Kīhei from 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016.

$172M Secured for Maui Capital Improvement Projects in State Budget

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.

Finalists for Maui House Seat: Buchanan, DeCoite & De Naie

The Maui County Democratic Party’s Council Nominating Committee today narrowed the list of candidates for the vacant District 13 House seat to three finalists today. The finalists include Lori Buchanan of Molokaʻi, Lynn DeCoite of Molokai, and Lucienne De Naie of Huelo on Maui.