ABOUT THE GOVERNOR

Josh Green, M.D.

Governor Josh Green is a proud husband, father, and physician. For the past 20 years, Governor Green cared for Big Island families as a doctor. He served in the State House of Representatives and the State Senate from 2004 to 2018. As chair of the Senate Health and Human Services Committee, he passed “Luke’s Law,” which provides care for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, as well as tobacco and e-cigarette regulations, which increased the legal age for purchasing tobacco and e-cigarettes to 21. Passionate about housing solutions, Governor Green helped create “Kauhale” communities to get unsheltered veterans, kūpuna, and others into safe housing options. These efforts are ongoing and will continue to be one of his top priorities as Governor.  Governor Green expanded the role of Lieutenant Governor by spearheading the largest healthcare response in state history during the COVID pandemic. These critical emergency efforts resulted in Hawaiʻi having the nation’s lowest COVID-19 fatality rate. 

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12 hours ago

Governor Josh Green
An incredible day on Kaua‘i speaking at the Ola Pono Mental Health conference, joining the Kaua‘i Chamber of Commerce’s Luncheon, and signing HB1183 which solidifies future management of our state parks through community partnerships, to protect our natural and cultural resources and enhance the quality of experience of visitors and residents statewide. ... See MoreSee Less
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16 hours ago

Governor Josh Green
When we talk about destination management, Hā‘ena is one of the best examples of that—the rollout of HB1183 exempts parking lot operations at state parks and operation of concessions at certain state parks from the bidding requirements for concessions operating on public property.This bill solidifies future management of our state parks through community partnerships, to protect our natural and cultural resources and enhance the quality of experience of visitors and residents statewide. ... See MoreSee Less
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2 days ago

Governor Josh Green
Aloha everyone, a couple BIG THINGS happened this past week, we signed bills to address youth vaping and to prohibit firearms in safe places. Kīlauea is erupting but there is NO immediate threat to civilization. Happy Pride Month to all, we see you and are always standing ready to defend the rights of individuals everywhere. ... See MoreSee Less
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2 days ago

Governor Josh Green
Kīlauea volcano is erupting, but there is NO immediate threat to the public. At approximately 4:44 a.m. HST, the USGS HVO detected an eruption has commenced within Halemaʻumaʻu crater in Kīlauea’s summit caldera. Satellite image also shows the eruption. The National Weather Service advises that the Kilauea eruption may cause "very light ashfall" in Puna, Kau and South Kona districts of Hawai'i island through at least 6 p.m. HST Wednesday. Volcanic gas, ash and glass can cause or worsen breathing problems and irritate eyes. To reduce exposure, stay indoors or wear a breathing mask. For more info on volcanic smog and air quality, visit: vog.ivhhn.org ... See MoreSee Less
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2 days ago

Governor Josh Green
Hawai‘i’s new Polynesian Voyaging Society license plate was chosen as Automobile License Plate Collectors Association’s Best New Plate for 2022 by a landslide. The Hawai`i plate had almost one-third of the maximum possible points despite so many good choices. There were 20 entries total, including the PVS design. We were proud to congratulate, plate designer Todd Yamashita from Moloka‘i with the award today, which is the first time Hawai‘i has won this award! His design not only is aesthetically pleasing but also honors the Polynesian Voyaging Society and the aloha it shares with the world. Mahalo nui loa to all involved. ... See MoreSee Less
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