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Keiki Caucus introduces 2026 legislative package to support Hawaiʻi’s youth
Members of the Hawaiʻi State Legislature’s Keiki Caucus and community advocates on Wednesday, unveiled the 2026 Keiki Caucus Bill Package, comprised of five priority bills that address the health and welfare of Hawaiʻi’s youth.
DOH launches campaign saying tobacco industry targeted marketing tactics in Hawaiʻi
According to the DOH, the tobacco industry spends an estimated $26 million on marketing in Hawai‘i each year; more than triple the amount the state spends on tobacco prevention and control programs.
Hawaiʻi Youth Advocates rally at Capitol to raise support for bills to end youth vaping
Youth, health advocates, and elected officials gathered at the State Capitol for a press conference to bring awareness to the youth vaping epidemic. Additional sign waving events were organized on Kaua‘i, O‘ahu, Maui, and Hawai‘i Island to build support across the state.