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Gabbard Meets With Displaced Maui Sugar Workers

Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard meets with residents losing their jobs this year as a result of A&B’s decision to cease sugar operations at HC&S.

Millions of Dollars in Federal Funding Approved for HC&S Workers

Today, the U.S. Department of Labor approved a petition for federal aid that will provide millions of dollars in federal funding for displaced workers at the Hawaiian Commercial and Sugar Company on Maui.

Hirono Urges Approval of ILWU Petition for Maui Sugar Worker Assistance

Senator Hirono urged US Labor Secretary Perez to expedite review and approval of the ILWU’s request for TAA, and Alternative TAA for Maui sugar workers displaced by the cessation of sugar production.