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Rep. Case pushes to keep federal government open, provide $49M funding to Hawai‘i community projects
The bill contains billions in assistance for Hawai‘i, including $49 million directed to 14 specific needs under Community Project Funding supported by US Rep. Ed Case.
Schatz: Billions in federal funding released in first half of bipartisan appropriations bill
Hawai‘i US Sen. Brian Schatz reported Monday that congressional leaders have released billions of dollars in federal funding for critical needs in Hawai‘i.
New appointment process for Maui residents submitting DNA for ID of fire victims
A new process is in place for Maui residents wishing to submit DNA to be used in the identification of family members who are unaccounted for and may be fire victims.
Funding Deal Includes Millions In Federal Funding For Hawai‘i
The annual government bill includes funding for housing, roads, public transit, and infrastructure, as well as Native Hawaiian health and education programs.
Hirono Encourages Social Security Beneficiaries to Apply for Direct Cash Payments
Deadline is tomorrow, Wednesday, April 22 at 6 a.m. Hawaiʻi Time.
Rep. Gabbard Introduces Burn Pits Legislation in Congress
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard today introduced legislation to evaluate the exposure of US servicemembers to open burn pits and toxic airborne chemicals.
Senator Schatz Introduces Bill to Reimburse Veterans
U.S. Senators Brian Schatz and John Boozman introduced bipartisan legislation to ensure the Department of Veterans Affairs reimburses veterans for its improper payments.
Hale Makua Contracted for Nursing Home Care for Maui Veterans
As of April 1, Hale Makua is now contracted by the VA to provide nursing home care to veterans on Maui.