In an inspiring display of community solidarity, Department of Human Services (DHS) Director Cathy Betts accompanied by Deputy Directors Joseph Campos and Trista Speer, led efforts on Maui to set ...
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On August 8, 2023, the community of Lāhainā was devastated by the deadliest wildfire in U.S. history in more than 100 years. We are heartbroken by the loss of so ...
Read More Ke Ala Hou, A New Path Forward: September 2023 — Governor’s Message
HONOLULU ̶ Governor Josh Green, M.D., has announced several appointees to state boards and commissions. Walt Kaneakua and Sanoe Marfil have been appointed to the Hawaiian Homes Commission. Walt Kaneakua ...
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GOVERNOR JOSH GREEN: Aloha, good evening, and thank you for joining us as we address the devastating crisis on Maui. Ten days ago, fires fanned by hurricane-force winds swept through ...
Read More Address on the Maui Wildfire Disaster – Friday, August 18, 2023
Born and raised in Hawaiʻi, Nani Medeiros has been a public servant for nearly 17 years with a passion for Hawaiʻi’s people and culture. In particular, she has worked ...
Read More Easing Hawaiʻi’s Housing Crisis
As I stated at the start of my Administration in my first address to the Hawaiʻi State Legislature in January, it is imperative that we come to the table with ...
Read More Ke Ala Hou, August 2023 Governor’s Message
The Queen’s Royal Standard finally returned home after 130 years. Thanks to two private benefactors, Queen Lili‘uokalani’s Royal Standard, and other historical documents have been saved from the auction block. ...
Read More Queen Lili‘uokalani’s Royal Standard Returns to Hawai‘i After 130 Years
The 263 bills that have been enacted into law relate to: • Affirming Reproductive Rights • Affordable Housing and Homelessness • Agriculture • Beaches and Shorelines • Child Welfare ...
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