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https://case.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3489 Congressman Case Statement On The Passing Of Former President Jimmy Carter 2024-12-29 2024 2024-12 Democrat House HI Ed Case C001055 case.house.gov case https://case.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27&Page=7 scraper (Honolulu, HI) – Congressman Ed Case (First District - Hawai‘i) today issued the following statement on the passing of former President Jimmy Carter: “Faith, hope, service. These will always define President Jimmy Carter. Faith in God and humanity. Hope for our country and world and for each and all of us. Service as the purpose of life, each in our own best way. His was truly a life of consequence.” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/president-biden-signs-rep-tokudas-legislation-to-start-process-of-designating-lahaina-a-national-heritage-area President Biden Signs Rep. Tokuda’s Legislation to Start Process of Designating Lahaina a National Heritage Area 2024-12-26 2024 2024-12 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=5& scraper Washington, DC – Earlier this week, President Joe Biden signed U.S. Representative Jill Tokuda’s (HI-02) Lahaina National Heritage Area Study Act into law. Under this law, the National Park Service, in consultation with state and local partners, will study the suitability and feasibility of a National Heritage Area designation for Lahaina. These areas are designated by Congress to complement state and local conservation efforts through recognition, federal funding, and technical assistance. “Sixteen months after the horrific fires forever changed Lahaina, the community is still rebuilding while trying to preserve what was miraculously saved. President Biden has always recognized Lahaina’s long road to recovery and continues to lend his unwavering support. I am so proud and grateful that President Biden recognizes Lahaina’s historic and cultural significance and how my legislation helps ensure future generations do as well,” said Rep. Tokuda. U.S. Senator Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI) introduced the Senate companion of the legislation and helped secure its passage on the Senate floor on December 16, 2024. There are 62 National Heritage Areas in the United States but none in Hawaiʻi. Kaʻena Point is currently being studied for designation. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z
https://case.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3488 Case Announces House Passage Of Measure To Provide Continued Critical Disaster Relief For Lahaina 2024-12-20 2024 2024-12 Democrat House HI Ed Case C001055 case.house.gov case https://case.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27&Page=8 scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Congressman Ed Case (Hawai‘i – District 1) voted today on the bipartisan continuing resolution drafted by his Appropriations Committee to keep government programs and services funded until March 14, 2025. The package also includes supplemental relief funds necessary to help Maui and other communities across the country recover from recent natural disasters. “Aside from highly disappointing and totally unnecessary last-minute drama leading up to this vote, this measure is critical to the millions across our country who rely on core federal programs for themselves and their families,” said Case. “Especially welcome is the continuation of disaster funding for which the Hawai‘i Congressional delegation has fought hard to help Maui recover from the one of deadliest fires in our nation’s history,” said Case. The House approved the bill by an overwhelming bipartisan vote of 366-34. The Senate is expected to approve the bill shortly and send it to the President, who is expected to sign the bill into law. The bill also includes a one-year reauthorization of the Farm Bill, a comprehensive piece of legislation passed by Congress roughly every five years that directs U.S. agricultural and food policies. This will secure key agricultural support and food assistance programs as Congress works to complete a final version of the reauthorization. Further details: The bill includes further emergency funding for both the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the Economic Development Administration, the Small Business Administration (SBA) and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Community Development Block Grant Disaster Relief (CDBG-DR) program, all of which are critical to Maui’s recovery. The bill provides $12 billion to CDBG-DR, which is a crucial resource for the rebuilding of Lahaina. This federal funding program provides financial support for long-term recovery efforts in areas affected by natural disasters. For Lahaina, the CDBG-DR funding will assist in restoring homes… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z
https://case.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3481 Case Announces Nominations To Nation's Service Academies For Incoming '25 Class 2024-12-15 2024 2024-12 Democrat House HI Ed Case C001055 case.house.gov case https://case.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27&Page=8 scraper (Honolulu, HI) - U.S. Congressman Ed Case (HI-01) today announced his 2025 nominations our nation’s four service academies: the U.S. Military Academy (West Point/Army); U.S. Naval Academy (Annapolis/Navy); U.S. Air Force Academy (Colorado Springs/Air Force) and U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (Kings Point). “I take my responsibility to nominate deserving applicants from my district to our legendary service academies very seriously, and personally interviewed most of my applicants before making my decisions,” said Case. “I was truly impressed with the applicants, and it was very encouraging and rewarding to have spent time with our next generation of military leaders.” Case named the following nominees to the four service academies (principal nominee and the rest in alphabetical order by last name): United States Air Force Academy Principal nominee: Miles Schwab Moanalua High School Jacob Barner Radford High School Aidan Bowers Punahou School Emma Campagna Moanalua High School Sidney Cogswell Punahou School Reese Distelzweig Radford High School Dylan Fo Hanalani Schools John Ganske Moanalua High School Bryson Leong Iolani School Samuel Lorge Air Force Preparatory School/Kaiser HS Olivia Moon Moanalua High School Jim Pedroza Radford High School Joshua Rayman Radford High School Jariahlyn Rhoades Punahou School Brad Yoakley Radford High School United States Military Academy at West Point Principal nominee: Joshua Yang Punahou School Noah Ahn Moanalua High School Zachary Carlile Zama American Middle High School Alexander Cramer Mililani High School Constantine Cramer Mililani High School Tyson Drowns NIST International School Thailand Hoyt Fujihara Moanalua High School Rahieum Lee II Moanalua High School Tuan Pettaway Mililani High School Obadiah Scroggins Leilehua High School Temana Shimasaki Kamehameha – Kapālama Campus Tyler Wilson Mid-Pacific Institute United States Naval Academy Principal nominee: Aliyah Converse Radford High school Kai Im Punahou School Joshua Kraft Kapolei High … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z
https://case.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3477 Case Announces 2024 Winners Of His Congressional App Challenge 2024-12-13 2024 2024-12 Democrat House HI Ed Case C001055 case.house.gov case https://case.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27&Page=8 scraper (Honolulu, HI) – U.S. Congressman Ed Case (HI-01) today announced the winners of his 2024 Congressional App Challenge for Hawai‘i’s First Congressional District at a reception at the Entrepreneurs Sandbox in Kaka‘ako. The App Challenge is an official national initiative of the U.S. House of Representatives, in which Members of Congress host annual contests in their districts for middle and high school students. For 2024, 389 of the 441 Members of the House, or 87%, hosted such contests. More information is here: https://www.congressionalappchallenge.us/. “My Challenge is a great opportunity for our local students to focus their skills and creativity on developing, testing and analyzing new applications for real-world use,” said Case. “Congratulating the contestants and their ‘ohana at the Sandbox, ‘Hawaii’s community hub to inspire creativity, technology, innovation and entrepreneurship’, adds an extra boost to what will hopefully be an inspiring and motivating experience for all of them.” “And results of this year’s Challenge prove once again that Hawaii’s youth have the skill set, imagination and resolve to compete against the best of our young people nationwide in science, technology, engineering and math, along with the potential to lead the next generations of computer science and technology.” Participation in Congressman Case’s First District Congressional App Challenge has grown significantly from 2019, when he conducted his first Challenge after returning to Congress, to 2024. His 2019 Challenge saw ten app submissions from 27 students across four schools. 2024 marks the highest numbers yet, with 28 app submissions from 76 students across 14 schools, including eight public schools, six private schools, and two homeschooled. The winners of Congressman Case’s 2024 Challenge are: 1st Place – Tahan Bapna, Josh Zhang, Connor McCown and Kai Stewart of Punahou High School All 4 are in the 10th grade App: “Isolated Isles” Link to video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-5WTUMzg9SM Summary by the creators… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z
https://case.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3472 Case Announces Final U.S. House Approval Of The Annual National Defense Authorization Act Including $1.4 Billion In Military Construction Projects For Hawaii 2024-12-11 2024 2024-12 Democrat House HI Ed Case C001055 case.house.gov case https://case.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27&Page=8 scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Congressman Ed Case (HI-01) announced that the full U.S. House has approved the final version of the $883.7 billion Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The NDAA is the major annual measure authorizing and directing our national defense. The FY 2025 NDAA now goes to the U.S. Senate, which is expected to approve the bill as well before it goes to the President, who is expected to sign it. The FY 2025 NDAA as finally passed incorporates several requests by Case, including five of his full House floor amendments to the bill earlier this year, as well as his priorities on strengthening America’s national security interests in the Indo-Pacific, boosting Hawaii’s economy and continuing to improve the relationship between the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and Hawaii’s community. The bill also includes four amendments Case advocated for with the Pacific Islands Caucus, which he cofounded, to identify and report on China’s malign influence in the Pacific Islands and enhance the DoD’s posture and partnership with the Pacific Island nations. “This measure is critical as it not only authorizes defense spending for the year, supplementing my Appropriations Committee’s actual funding responsibilities, but also establishes defense policies and restrictions, and addresses organizational and administrative matters related to the DoD,” said Case, who currently serves on the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense and previously served on the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Military Construction and Veterans Affairs. As requested by Case, the NDAA authorizes $505 million for a multi-year project by the Navy to build a water treatment plant to treat water from the Red Hill shaft, which would allow the shaft to be reopened and help remove any residual contaminants from the ground surrounding Red Hill. To begin this important project, the NDAA recommends appropriating $75 million for the project in FY 2025. “This water treatment plant is not just another infrastruc… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z
https://case.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3470 Case Announces U.S. House Approval of Critical Water Infrastructure Projects for Hawai‘i 2024-12-10 2024 2024-12 Democrat House HI Ed Case C001055 case.house.gov case https://case.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27&Page=8 scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Congressman Ed Case (Hawai‘i – District 1) announced that the U.S. House has approved a major bill to construct projects, research activities and conduct studies to improve our nation’s rivers, harbors, oceans and water infrastructure. Case’s requests were included in S. 4367, the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2024. WRDA is developed and passed by Congress every two years. The House approved this Congress’ bill by an overwhelming bipartisan vote of 399-18. The Senate is expected to approve the bill in the coming days and send it to the President, who is expected to sign the bill into law. This bill authorizes projects to improve the country’s ports and harbors, inland waterways, flood and storm protection and other aspects of water resources infrastructure that keep our communities safe and strengthens the U.S. economy. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) performs these projects in partnership with federal, local and state agencies, non-government organizations and tribal nations to implement the projects. The seven provisions secured by Case in the 2024 WRDA include: 1. Expanding and upgrading Honolulu Harbor. Case secured an authorization for an in-depth study of critical Honolulu Harbor improvements in an earlier WRDA, but at Case’s request this WRDA amends the plan to reflect expanded complexity, scope and funding needs, including elements of coastal storm risk management. This update will help continue the project and focus its benefits on disaster resilience and enhanced national security from improved utilization of the harbor. “As the main port of the State of Hawai‘i, Honolulu Harbor receives and distributes all overseas cargo shipments constituting over 80% of all imports into the state, supports fishing operations and cruise ships and handles federal maritime activity including the U.S. Coast Guard’s 14th District,” said Case. “Providing this additional refined and expanded authorization will ensure our critical harbor is designed for resilience and that… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/full-house-passes-water-resources-development-act-including-rep-tokudas Full House Passes Water Resources Development Act Including Rep. Tokuda’s Priorities 2024-12-10 2024 2024-12 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=5& scraper Washington, D.C. — Today, the full House of Representatives passed, by a vote of 399-18, the Thomas R. Carper Water Resources Development Act of 2024 (WRDA), which includes U.S. Representative Jill Tokuda’s (HI-02) priorities benefiting Hawaii.The bill is expected to be passed by the Senate and later sent to the President’s desk to be signed into law. Top priorities for Hawai‘i secured by Rep. Tokuda include: Increasing the Maui Environmental Infrastructure authorization from $20 million to $50 million to assist with the wildfire recovery. Studying the Lahaina Watershed on Maui, including the coral reef habitat north of Lahaina, which will examine the mauka to makai impacts of the wildfire to better protect the community from flooding and the coast from runoff. Assessing the Kaiaka-Waialua Watershed on Oʻahu to helpprevent future flooding and climate change impacts. Modifyingthe Laupāhoehoe Harbor project on Hawaiʻi Island to allow for the repair of the harbor’s breakwater structure. Evaluating sources of flooding and proposing solutions to reduce flood damages in the Hanapēpē River watershed. “From hurricanes to flooding to wildfires, Hawai‘i has seen an increasing number of extreme weather events that can pose catastrophic damage to our island communities. I am proud this bill includes projects across all four counties to help protect our communities from future disasters. We must continue to do all that we can to ensure our state has the ability to withstand devastation and rebuild when necessary,” said Rep. Tokuda. Congress generally passes a WRDA every two years to provide for conservation and development of water and related resources. These bills also authorize the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to conduct studies, construct projects, and conduct research activities that can lead to the improvement of rivers and harbors across the country. A full summary of the Water Resources Development Act of 2024, as passed by the House of Representatives, can be found here. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-tokuda-hold-statewide-telephone-town-hall Rep. Tokuda to Hold Statewide Telephone Town Hall 2024-12-09 2024 2024-12 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=5& scraper (Hawaiʻi) – U.S. Representative Jill Tokuda (HI-02) will be holding a statewide telephone town hall on Wednesday, December 11, 2024 from 5:30pm to 6:30pm HST. Rep. Tokuda will answer questions from participants live over the phone, provide a legislative update, and discuss her priorities for the upcoming 119th Congress. Those who are interested in joining are encouraged to RSVP to be added to the event call list to receive a call when the event starts. If participants do not receive a call, they can call directly to the event by dialing (833) 946-1568. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-tokuda-leads-bipartisan-bill-support-health-workforce Rep. Tokuda Leads Bipartisan Bill to Support Health Workforce 2024-12-09 2024 2024-12 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=5& scraper Washington, D.C. — Last week, U.S. Representatives Jill Tokuda (D-HI-02) and Carol Miller (R-WV-01) introduced the Strengthening Pathways to Health Professions Act to increase access to federal programs that help grow and strengthen the pipeline of healthcare professionals in primary care, mental and behavioral health, and dental services. The Strengthening Pathways to Health Professions Act would provide tax-exempt status to certain federal scholarship and loan repayment programs at the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) including the Nurse Corps Scholarship and Loan Repayment Programs, the Native Hawaiian Health Scholarship Program, and the Faculty Loan Repayment Program. Exempting scholarships and loan repayment awards from federal income tax would allow HRSA to make additional and higher awards to increase program participation. Furthermore, awardees—students, residents, faculty, and providers—would receive the full financial benefit of their awards to cover educational costs without the added tax burden. “The shortage of healthcare workers in the United States has left millions of patients without access to the care they need, while causing undue stress and strain on the current workforce. Without further action, tough working conditions and increased financial barriers will only continue to discourage more people from joining the profession,” said Rep. Tokuda. “That’s why I introduced the Strengthening Pathways to Health Professions Act, which would boost the value of federal scholarships and loan repayment funds that support aspiring healthcare professionals and enable us to recruit and retain providers in rural and underserved areas. This bipartisan effort will help us fill critical gaps in our healthcare workforce to increase health systems’ capacity and improve patient care and outcomes.” “A shortage of health care workers in rural communities presents many challenges for hospitals and medical facilities trying to provide the best possible care for their patients. The Strengthening P… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/full-house-passes-rep-tokudas-bill-name-post-office-honor-vietnam-war-veteran Full House Passes Rep. Tokuda’s Bill to Name Post Office in Honor of Vietnam War Veteran 2024-12-05 2024 2024-12 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=6& scraper Washington, DC – Yesterday, the full House of Representatives unanimously passed a bill -- introduced by U.S. Representative Jill Tokuda (HI-02) – to name the Captain Cook Post Office on Hawaiʻi Island after First Lieutenant John Kuulei Kauhaihao of Hōnaunau, who was killed in action in Vietnam and posthumously awarded the U.S. Army’s second highest award for valor, the Distinguished Service Cross. H.R. 8909 would designate the post office located at 82-6110 Mamalahoa Highway as the "Army 1st Lt. John Kuulei Kauhaihao Post Office Building.” On September 5, 1969, at the age of 27, Kauhaihao was fatally injured during a reconnaissance-in-force operation in Tay Ninh Province, Vietnam. When his platoon came under enemy fire, Kauhaihao launched over 30 grenades in 15 minutes at enemy bunkers while simultaneously drawing fire on himself so that his men could sight enemy gunners. He is survived by his widow and Konawaena High School sweetheart, Shirley, and their family. “Naming the post office in the community where generations of Lieutenant [Kauhaihao]’s family lived and still live is more than just honoring and celebrating a fallen kama‘āina warrior who gave his life for our nation,” said Rep. Tokuda on the House Floor. “It is a tribute to an entire generation of men and women who served in Vietnam and who came back to a country that took far too long to honor their service and that is still trying to make this right. It is a reminder of the incredible sacrifices made by those who serve in uniform and the loved ones waiting at home—past, present and future—to whom we are forever indebted and who allow us to live in freedom today.” U.S. Representative Ed Case (HI-01) is an original cosponsor of the bill, which now moves to the Senate for its consideration. If passed in the Senate and signed into law by the President, it would be the first post office in Hawaiʻi to be designated since 2011 and the first in Hawaiʻi to be designated in honor of a Vietnam War veteran or an individual of Native Hawaiian descent. Rep. T… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-tokuda-and-sen-hirono-celebrate-progress-natural-disaster-tax-relief-bill Rep. Tokuda and Sen. Hirono Celebrate Progress on Natural Disaster Tax Relief Bill 2024-12-05 2024 2024-12 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=6& scraper U.S. Senate unanimously passed Federal Disaster Tax Relief Act, which includes Tokuda and Hirono legislation to lessen the tax burden on survivors of the Maui wildfires. The bill now heads to President Biden’s desk to be signed into law. Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Jill Tokuda (HI-02) and U.S. Senator Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI) applauded the U.S. Senate’s unanimous passage of the bipartisan Federal Disaster Tax Relief Act of 2023 (H.R. 5863). The bill, which passed in the U.S. House in May, would exempt wildfire disaster relief payments received between January 1, 2020, and December 31, 2025, from taxable income. The Federal Disaster Tax Relief Act also includes language from Rep. Tokuda and Sen. Hirono’s Natural Disaster Tax Relief Act of 2023 to make it easier for Maui fire victims to deduct disaster-related losses by eliminating the minimum 10 percent loss threshold, as well as the requirement to itemize deductions to receive this tax benefit. “Since I introduced the Natural Disaster Tax Relief Act of 2023 last October, I have been fighting to provide financial relief to Lahaina fire survivors and natural disaster victims throughout the country. In a time of extreme partisanship, I’m proud that Republicans and Democrats in both the House and Senate came together on disaster relief and passed the Federal Disaster Tax Relief Act,” said Rep. Tokuda. “We urgently need President Biden to sign this critical bill, which will help disaster victims keep more money in their pockets and provide them with the financial support they will need for what we know will be a long recovery.” “The Federal Disaster Tax Relief Act will help to ease the financial burden on communities impacted by wildfires, as well as other disasters, across our country,” said Senator Hirono. “I’m glad the Senate has passed this legislation, which included language from our bill to support the people and families who have already lost so much in the wake of natural disasters. I will continue working to help ensure our communities ha… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-passes-rep-tokudas-lahaina-national-heritage-area-study-act House Passes Rep. Tokuda’s Lahaina National Heritage Area Study Act 2024-12-04 2024 2024-12 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=6& scraper Washington, DC – Today, the full House of Representatives passed the bipartisan Lahaina National Heritage Area Study Act – introduced by U.S. Representative Jill Tokuda (HI-02) – marking another significant step forward in her efforts to support the community in recognizing Lahaina’s historic and cultural importance. H.R. 8219, the Lahaina National Heritage Area Study Act, would direct the National Park Service, in consultation with state and local partners, to study the suitability and feasibility of a National Heritage Area designation for Lahaina. These areas are designated by Congress to complement state and local conservation efforts through recognition, federal funding, and technical assistance. “Two weeks ago, I stood inside one of the first transitional homes built by FEMA, looking out at what was once the vibrant and thriving town of Lahaina. For many who see it now, there are only cleared lots, stretching from the hills to the sea. But if you close your eyes, you can feel the deep pangs of loss and grief. It’s a pain that we all carry, softened only by the hope that comes with the very first steps towards rebuilding. In seeking to designate Lahaina a National Heritage Area, we are daring to look beyond what is in front of us,” said Rep. Tokuda on the House Floor. “Beyond the devastation, there is history and culture that predates us all. [...] As we work to rebuild Lahaina, my bill seeks to ensure that this is about not just restoring what was lost but also anchoring our future in the rich history and culture of this sacred places so that they may endure long after we are gone.” Cosponsors of the bill include: Rep. Ed Case (D-HI-01); Rep. Doug LaMalfa (R-CA-01); Rep. Joe Neguse (D-CO-02), Ranking Member of the House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Federal Lands; Rep. Jared Huffman (D-CA-02), Ranking Member of the House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife, and Fisheries; Rep. Mark Takano (D-CA-39); Del. Gregorio Sabalan (D-MP-AL); and Del. Aumua Amata Coleman Radewagen (R-AS-AL). Ther… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z
https://case.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3455 Case Introduces Measure To Expand Federal Efforts To Combat Invasive Species 2024-10-27 2024 2024-10 Democrat House HI Ed Case C001055 case.house.gov case https://case.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27&Page=8 scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Representative Ed Case (D-HI-01) has introduced legislation in the U.S. House to address invasive species, which he referred to as a “critical and growing challenge that severely impacts our environment.” Case, joined by U.S. Representative James Moylan (R-Guam), introduced the Invasive Species Response Act (Act) to significantly expand federal efforts to combat invasive species, which are severely impacting environments across the country including widespread ripple-effect consequences beyond areas already impacted by non-native plants, animals and pathogens. “Hawai‘i in particular faces unique challenges from invasive species. Its isolation has led to the evolution of many endemic species that are found nowhere else on Earth,” said Case in remarks to the House. “Unfortunately, these native species often lack the defenses to compete with or resist the pressures of invasive plants and animals, which can rapidly alter ecosystems and displace local species. “In Hawai‘i, invasive species have caused significant ecological damage, threatening the survival of native birds and plants. Protecting Hawaii’s unique biodiversity is not just an environmental necessity – it is a cultural imperative that reflects the identity and heritage of the Hawaiian people.” “I’m proud to introduce this legislation with my friend and colleague Rep. Case,” said Congressman Moylan. “This is an important step in controlling and eradicating invasive species and protecting America’s native wildlife, especially in our island communities. This bill provides the tools needed to continue conservation efforts, making them more effective and transparent.” The measure was introduced as federal invasive species experts were touring O‘ahu to research the effects of invasive species on island communities. They will produce a report to advise the U.S. government how it can help Hawai‘i and island territories, as well as associated Micronesian nations. "With nearly a third of endangered and threatened species in the United S… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z
https://case.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3454 Case Announces $40 Million Federal Grant To Improve Resiliency Of O‘ahu Power Grid Serving Both Military And Civilian Communities 2024-10-19 2024 2024-10 Democrat House HI Ed Case C001055 case.house.gov case https://case.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27&Page=8 scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Representative Ed Case (D-HI-01) today announced that a $40 million grant funded by the landmark 2021 Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) will develop a back-up power source for O‘ahu’s electric grid, providing resiliency to both military and civilian communities in the event of disruptions from various sources. The federal grant award will fund the Pu‘uloa Microgrid and Backbone Project, a partnership between the U.S. Navy, Hawaiian Electric and Ameresco, Inc. “I strongly advocated for this project with the U.S. Department of Energy when the partnership applied for funding under the Department’s Grid Resilience and Innovation Partnerships (GRIP) program,” said Case. “Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam (JBPHH) plays a critical role in promoting national security throughout the Pacific theater. Especially given its importance, the Department of the Navy has identified energy resilience gaps that could significantly impact JBPHH’s ability to respond to and recover from grid outages. Further, new state and federal policy directives have required the Department of the Navy to improve resilience and reduce carbon emissions from the installation. “As the U.S. Congressman in whose district JBPHH is located and a member of the House Appropriations Committee Subcommittee on Defense, I have focused on the installation’s grid challenges and the potential for disruption of service to our civilian communities as well, and on assuring available funding to address these issues. This GRIP funding is critical to enabling this project to succeed.” "We are thrilled to be chosen for the Department of Energy’s GRIP program," said Nicole Bulgarino, Executive Vice President at Ameresco. "Partnering with the U.S. Navy and Hawaiian Electric Company on the groundbreaking Pu`uloa Microgrid project will not only enhance energy resilience and reliability for Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, but also provide significant benefits to the broader O‘ahu community. This project exemplifies our commitment to innovation, sust… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-tokuda-cancels-event-participation-walks-hotel-picket-line Rep. Tokuda Cancels Event Participation, Walks Hotel Picket Line 2024-10-11 2024 2024-10 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=6& scraper Honolulu – Today, U.S. Representative Jill Tokuda walked the picket line with Local 5 members near the Hilton Hawaiian Village to show her support and loyalty to striking hotel workers. Rep. Tokuda was originally scheduled to participate in the Wahine Forum panel at the hotel but cancelled when union members decided to go on strike after failed contract negotiations. “Every day, Local 5 members are on the front lines as ambassadors of aloha to our visitors. As a former Local 5 member, I stand in solidarity with employees who are fighting for fair wages and safe working conditions,” said Rep. Tokuda. “One job should be enough, but with Hawaii’s high cost of living, many have been forced to juggle multiple positions just to make ends meet and take care of their families. Our workers deserve to be treated with respect and dignity. I will not cross the picket line or attend events where union workers are battling with employers who are turning a blind eye and carrying on with ‘business as usual' and making profits on the backs of our workers. Enough is enough." Images of Rep. Tokuda at the picket line can be found here. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z
https://case.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3453 Case Condemns Misinformation On Federal Disaster Relief For Current And Pending Disasters 2024-10-09 2024 2024-10 Democrat House HI Ed Case C001055 case.house.gov case https://case.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27&Page=8 scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Representative Ed Case (D-HI-01), a member of the U.S. House Appropriations Committee’s Subcommittee on Homeland Security with authority over the budget of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and other federal disaster relief efforts, today condemned deliberate misinformation that FEMA and related disaster assistance is being diverted from current and pending disasters to other sources. “Not only is this misinformation fully inaccurate, but it is deliberately harming people and communities in most need of relief by leading them to believe incorrectly that they cannot access critical and available federal assistance,” said Case, whose own state of Hawai‘i continues to be critically impacted by the Maui wildfires of August 2023. “In fact, Congress just approved and the President just signed into law an additional $20 billion for FEMA’s Disaster Relief Fund (DRF), the federal government’s main channel of disaster relief, and all of those funds have been delivered to FEMA. These funds will fully continue FEMA’s disaster assistance efforts for all of Maui, recent Hurricane Helene and pending Hurricane Milton and other federally declared disasters until they require further replenishment.” Case noted that in North Carolina alone, which was heavily impacted by Hurricane Helene on September 27th of this year, FEMA continues full efforts on the ground along with some two thousand other federal employees. He further noted that on Maui, FEMA and other federal partners have now provided approximately $3 billion in Maui wildfire efforts and continues its assistance with ongoing DRF funding. FEMA’s DRF is the principal fund for immediate and ongoing disaster relief to affected communities. In the recent Continuing Resolution, which continued federal government funding into current Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 commencing October 1st and was passed by Congress and signed into law by the President on September 26th, the DRF, which was running low, was re-funded at $20 billion. Additionally, althoug… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z
https://case.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3447 Case, Hirono, Steel, Scott, Moylan And Tokuda Lead Introduction Of Measures In U.S. House and Senate Commemorating October As Filipino-American History Month 2024-09-26 2024 2024-09 Democrat House HI Ed Case C001055 case.house.gov case https://case.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27&Page=8 scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Representative Ed Case (D-HI 01 and his House colleagues, Reps. Michelle Steel (R-CA 45 ), Robert Cortez (Bobby) Scott (D-VA 3), James Moylan (R-GU) and Jill Tokuda (D-HI 02), have joined U.S. Senator Mazie Hirono (D-HI) in co-leading a bipartisan, bicameral measure commemorating October as Filipino-American History Month. The Members’ resolution (link to copy below), co-sponsored currently by an additional 33 Members, celebrates the long and distinguished history of Filipino Americans in the United States, where FilAms now number over 4,000,000. It resolves that Congress: 1) recognizes the celebration of Filipino American History Month as - · a testament to the advancement of Filipino Americans; · a time to reflect on and remember the many notable contributions that Filipino Americans have made to the United States; and · a time to renew efforts toward the research and examination of history and culture so as to provide an opportunity for all people of the United States to learn more about Filipino Americans and to appreciate the historic contributions of Filipino Americans to the United States; and 2) urges the people of the United States to observe Filipino American History Month with appropriate programs and activities “Since 2019, and as the Member of Congress with the most Filipino Americans of any U.S. House district nationwide, I have been honored to co-lead an annual resolution recognizing October as Filipino American History Month,” said Rep. Case. “I have joined many colleagues in doing so in order to recognize and celebrate the great contributions of Filipino Americans to our country, in government and law, music and entertainment, sports, business and countless other ventures.” “From the first Filipino contract laborers who arrived in Hawai‘i seeking a better life, to the Filipino American leaders in business, health care, and our Armed Forces, this community has contributed to our country’s diversity and helped to shape our identity as a nation,” said Sen. Hirono. “… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/legislation-co-led-rep-tokuda-combat-rapid-ohia-death-passes-us-house Legislation Co-Led by Rep. Tokuda to Combat Rapid ʻŌhiʻa Death Passes the U.S. House of Representatives 2024-09-26 2024 2024-09 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=6& scraper Washington, DC — U.S. Representative Jill Tokuda (HI-02) issued the following statement on the Continued Rapid ʻŌhiʻa Death Response Act of 2023 after the legislation unanimously passed the House of Representatives this week. “Rapid ʻŌhiʻa Death presents an existential threat to Hawai‘i’s native forests that are a critical habitat for our endangered birds and other species. If we don’t act now, our native forests will not survive,” said Rep. Tokuda. “This bill would help in the fight against Rapid ʻŌhiʻa Death by leveraging federal resources to support statewide efforts in mitigating Rapid ʻŌhiʻa Death’s impact on Hawaiʻi’s delicate ecosystems.” The Continued Rapid ʻŌhiʻa Death Response Act of 2023 would direct the Secretary of the Interior to collaborate with the Secretary of Agriculture and the State of Hawai‘i on combating Rapid ‘Ōhi‘a Death. This bill would increase support for continued detection, prevention, and restoration efforts to Rapid ‘Ōhi‘a Death, including funding and staff for necessary research. This legislation, which she introduced with U.S. Senator Mazie Hirono, is Rep. Tokuda’s first bill to pass the House of Representatives. The bill now heads to the U.S. Senate for further action. The full text of the bill is available here. Rep. Tokuda’s remarks on the House Floor are available here. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-tokuda-votes-prevent-government-shutdown Rep. Tokuda Votes to Prevent Government Shutdown 2024-09-25 2024 2024-09 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=6& scraper Washington, DC – Today, U.S. Representative Jill Tokuda (HI-02) issued the following statement after voting yes on the House bill to prevent a government shutdown. “Our communities can’t afford to lose critical services, but House Republicans have yet again been unable to write or pass legislation to keep the government operating. A shutdown would hurt working families in Hawaiʻi who are already struggling to make ends meet and that’s why I voted today to send this stopgap funding bill to the Senate to ensure our government remains open through December. It is frustrating that while we kept government running, we are continuing to fail our disaster stricken communities like Maui by not passing critical funding or the Federal Disaster Tax Relief Act. This is a rare bipartisan opportunity to help Americans across the country recover, rebuild and heal, and I will keep fighting to bring home the relief Maui needs. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/committee-sends-rep-tokudas-lahaina-national-heritage-area-study-act-full Committee Sends Rep. Tokuda’s Lahaina National Heritage Area Study Act to Full House 2024-09-20 2024 2024-09 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=6& scraper Washington, DC – Yesterday, the House Natural Resources Committee voted to advance the Lahaina National Heritage Area Study Act – introduced by U.S. Representative Jill Tokuda (HI-02) – to the full House of Representatives. The committee reported the bill unanimously. H.R. 8219, the Lahaina National Heritage Area Study Act, would direct the National Park Service, in consultation with state and local partners, to study the suitability and feasibility of a National Heritage Area designation for Lahaina. These areas are designated by Congress to complement state and local conservation efforts through recognition, federal funding, and technical assistance. “The passage of this bill into law would mark a significant step forward in our efforts to support the community in recognizing Lahaina’s historic and cultural importance,” said Rep. Tokuda. “A designation would uplift the rich history, environment, and culture embodied by Lahaina and provide support for state and local conservation efforts through federal recognition, seed money, and technical assistance.” Rep. Doug LaMalfa (R-CA-01), House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Federal Lands Ranking Member Rep. Joe Neguse (D-CO-02), and House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries Ranking Member Rep. Jared Huffman (D-CA-02) are original cosponsors of the bill, along with Rep. Mark Takano (D-CA-39), Gregorio Sablan (D-MP-AL), and Rep. Ed Case (D-HI-01). There are 62 National Heritage Areas in the United States but none in Hawaiʻi. Kaʻena Point is currently being studied for designation. Text of the bill can be found here. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-tokuda-testifies-her-parity-native-hawaiian-veterans-act Rep. Tokuda Testifies on her Parity for Native Hawaiian Veterans Act 2024-09-13 2024 2024-09 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=6& scraper Washington, D.C. – On Wednesday, U.S. Representative Jill Tokuda (HI-02) testified before the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Health, which held a legislative hearing on her bill, H.R. 8562, the Parity for Native Hawaiian Veterans Act of 2024, a bill to improve healthcare access and affordability for Native Hawaiian veterans. “They served and sacrificed the same as their fellow veterans, yet our country is failing to meet our obligations to them. More must be done to eliminate needless barriers to care for our Native Hawaiian veterans,” said Rep. Tokuda during her testimony. “That is why I introduced the Parity for Native Hawaiian Veterans Act to ensure Native Hawaiian veterans can access healthcare services in a similar manner as their American Indian and Alaska Native counterparts.” Currently, the Indian Health Service (IHS), Tribal Health Programs, and IHS-funded Urban Indian Organizations can seek direct reimbursement from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for services rendered to eligible American Indian and Alaska Native veterans. Additionally, in 2023, copays were eliminated for American Indian and Alaska Native veterans receiving medical services through VA. The Parity for Native Hawaiian Veterans Act would codify the same reimbursement relationship between VA and Native Hawaiian Health Care Systems to guarantee access to care across all islands. The bill would also eliminate copays for Native Hawaiian veterans for health care and urgent care received through the VA. The bill is cosponsored by Representative Ed Case (HI-01). Senator Mazie Hirono (D-HI) introduced identical legislation in the Senate. Following the subcommittee hearing, H.R. 8562 can now be considered by the full House Veterans Affairs Committee. Rep. Tokuda’s testimony can be viewed here. The text of the measure can be found here. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-tokuda-introduces-bill-tackle-illegal-campaign-coordination-outside-groups Rep. Tokuda Introduces Bill to Tackle Illegal Campaign Coordination with Outside Groups 2024-09-12 2024 2024-09 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=6& scraper Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Jill Tokuda (HI-02) introduced the Stop Illegal Campaign Coordination Act to end efforts by campaigns to circumvent federal election laws and illegally coordinate with outside groups. Federal law already prohibits campaigns from coordinating their messaging and communications with outside groups like super PACs that can raise and spend unlimited amounts of money from corporate and special interests. However, campaigns have skirted around these laws through a practice known as “redboxing” in which they publish data and content – such as messaging points and pictures - aimed at supportive outside groups. The Stop Illegal Campaign Coordination Act would amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to treat expenditures by outside groups as “coordinated” with a political candidate, campaign, or party if those expenditures are materially consistent with instructions, direction, guidance, or suggestions from campaigns. The bill also establishes factors for the Federal Election Commission (FEC) to assess and determine coordination. “For too long, corporate and special interests have poured dark money in our political system and undermined the trust of millions of Americans in our elections. Redboxing has become just another way for campaigns to violate the intent of the laws meant to prohibit illegal coordination and allows them to take advantage of unlimited spending by special interests,” stated Rep. Tokuda. “My bill fixes this gap in our election laws, restores some integrity to our elections, and helps put American voters and people above special interests.” “The Stop Coordinated Campaign Spending Act is a much-needed step forward to address the risk of corruption fostered by unlawful coordination strategies like ‘redboxing.’ By establishing clear rules and guidelines that better define what makes campaign spending 'coordinated' with outside groups like super PACs and dark money 501(c) groups, we can stop candidates from directing the activities of these allied gr… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z
https://case.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3445 U.S. House Passes Case Measure To Further Strengthen Partnerships Between The United States And Pacific Island Nations 2024-09-10 2024 2024-09 Democrat House HI Ed Case C001055 case.house.gov case https://case.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27&Page=9 scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Congressman Ed Case (Hawai’i-First District) today announced that the U.S. House of Representatives has passed H.R. 7159, his proposed Pacific Partnership Act, to further increase U.S. engagement in the critical Pacific region. Case, a Co-Chair and Founding Member of the first-ever Congressional Pacific Islands Caucus, introduced the measure together with 25 other bipartisan colleagues. “Our country’s Indo-Pacific Strategy states in no uncertain terms that no region is of more consequence to the world and to everyday Americans than the Indo-Pacific,” said Case in remarks during full House debate on the measure. “The United States and our allies and partners around the world who are aligned with an international rules-based order share the common vision of a free and open Indo-Pacific whose governance, priorities, goals and prosperity are determined by the countries of the Indo-Pacific without manipulation and dominance by malicious actors. “This is especially true of the Pacific Islands themselves, in the heart of the Pacific, which today face the challenges of increased natural disasters and human and drug trafficking, economic sustainability, threats to democracy and more. It is crucial that the United States continue to extend our hand of full partnership in assisting the countries of the Pacific to meet these challenges, as we have for generations.” The Pacific Partnership Act requires an annually-updated Strategy for Pacific Partnership that sets specific goals for United States engagement with the Pacific Islands, assesses the threats and pressures to the region and a plan to address such threats, and analyzes the needs and goals of the Pacific Islands in the context of the national interests of the United States. The bill also requires the strategy to be developed in consultation with the governments of Pacific Islands countries, ensuring that the United States follows through on its commitment to support Pacific-led priorities. The bill further extends diplomatic courtesies to … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z
https://case.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3469 Case Speaks at Maui Field Hearing 2024-09-04 2024 2024-09 Democrat House HI Ed Case C001055 case.house.gov case https://case.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27&Page=9 scraper Aloha, and mahalo to everyone for joining us today to assist us in assessing our federal government’s response to the devastating and tragic August 2023 Maui wildfires. And a very special thank you to my colleague and friend, Pete Sessions, Chair of our U.S. House Oversight and Accountability Committee’s Subcommittee on Government Operations and the Federal Workforce, for coming here personally to assist us in this review and equally importantly to determine our next steps here and to improve our federal government’s efforts at prevention, mitigation and response elsewhere in our country. Our federal government’s Maui’s recovery effort has proceeded on several fronts. As of the one-year anniversary of the fires, the federal government was on track to provide approximately $3 billion towards Maui’s recovery, including $463.1 million in assistance to survivors. However, there is clearly much more that must be done. It is clearly imperative that we continue to provide federal assistance, including through supplemental disaster funding, which I have strongly supported through my work on the House Appropriations Committee. On August 7th, FEMA was forced to implement "Immediate Needs Funding" due to a rapidly shrinking Disaster Relief Fund that urgently needs additional appropriated funds. Because of this, FEMA will have to delay obligations for longer-term work to prioritize lifesaving disaster responses. This is why the Hawai’i delegation recently sent a letter to Congressional leadership detailing the need for supplemental funding, including $20.9 billion for FEMA, $3.5 billion for the Community Development Block Grant for Disaster Relief that can assist with housing and more. I ask unanimous consent to enter a copy of our letter into the record of this proceeding. I look forward to hearing from the witnesses about how federal agencies have assisted, what remains to be done, and what are the lessons to be learned both for our own ‘ohana and for our fellow citizens across the country. Mahalo. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-tokuda-question-officials-maui-wildfires-congressional-hearing Rep. Tokuda to Question Officials in Maui Wildfires Congressional Hearing 2024-09-03 2024 2024-09 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=6& scraper Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Jill Tokuda (HI-02) announced that she will join the House Oversight and Accountability Subcommittee on Government Operations and the Federal Workforce in a field hearing in Lahaina next week to take a closer look at the federal issues and improvements needed to help Maui continue to rebuild following last year’s August wildfires. During the one-day hearing titled “Assessing the Federal Government’s Response to the 2023 Maui Wildfires,” Rep. Tokuda is expected to question local, state, and federal officials about the lessons learned, assess congressional action that can better support the community, and determine any changes that may be needed moving forward. Witnesses will include: Mr. Bob Fenton, Regional Administrator (Region 9), Federal Emergency Management Agency Colonel Eric Swenson, Recovery Field Office Commander, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Mr. Francisco Sánchez, Jr, Associate Administrator, Office of Disaster Recovery and Resilience, Small Business Administration Ms. Cheree Peterson, Deputy Regional Administrator (Region 9), Environmental Protection Agency The Honorable Richard Bissen, Mayor, County of Maui Major General Kenneth Hara, Adjutant General, Hawai‘i Department of Defense Ms. Lauren Nahme, Senior Vice President of the Maui Recovery Office, Hawai‘i Community Foundation Mr. Sne Patel, President LahainaTown Action Committee Mr. Keʻeaumoku Kapu, President and CEO, Nā ʻAikāne o Maui What: Assessing the Federal Government’s Response to the 2023 Maui Wildfires When: September 4, 2024 10 a.m. HST Where: Lahaina Civic Center (Social Hall) 840 Honoapiilani Hwy Lahaina, HI 96761 How: The hearing will be open to the public and media and livestreamed at https://oversight.house.gov/ 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-tokuda-joins-effort-urging-senate-act-natural-disaster-tax-relief Rep. Tokuda Joins Effort Urging Senate to Act on Natural Disaster Tax Relief 2024-08-15 2024 2024-08 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=6& scraper Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Jill Tokuda (HI-02) joined Representatives Mike Thompson (D-CA), Greg Steube (R-FL), and 76 other House members in sending a letter to Senate leadership urging them to promptly bring the bipartisan Federal Disaster Tax Relief Act of 2023 (H.R. 5863) to the floor for a vote. Cosponsored by Rep. Tokuda, the bill would exempt wildfire disaster relief payments received between January 1, 2020, and December 31, 2025, from taxable income. In May 2024, the House passed the bill, which also includes language from Rep. Tokuda’s Natural Disaster Tax Relief Act of 2023 to make it easier for Maui fire victims to deduct disaster-related losses by eliminating the minimum 10 percent loss threshold and the requirement to itemize deductions to receive this tax benefit. “As we pass the one-year anniversary of the devastating Maui wildfires, too many members of our community continue to struggle with the costs of recovery. This bill will ensure that the payments and money meant to help disaster victims stay in their pockets and provide financial support for what we know will be a long recovery. I urge the Senate to quickly act on this important legislation.” said Rep. Tokuda. Rep. Tokuda has given remarks on the House floor in favor of the bill’s passage and continues her advocacy to pass tax relief for disaster survivors. This letter follows the recent failure by the Senate to pass the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024, which also included parts of Rep. Tokuda’s disaster tax relief bill passed the House floor in January. The letter to Senate leadership can be viewed here. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-tokuda-joins-congressional-delegation-taiwan Rep. Tokuda Joins Congressional Delegation in Taiwan 2024-08-13 2024 2024-08 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=6& scraper Taipei – This week, U.S. Representative Jill Tokuda (HI-02), a member of the House Armed Services Committee, is visiting Taiwan as part of a congressional delegation (CODEL). Yesterday, the CODEL met with a number of officials including Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te, Vice President Hsiao Bi-Khim, and Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung. “It’s been more than 30 years since Hawaiʻi began a sister-state relationship with Taiwan and the common bonds and shared challenges we face are stronger than ever. As islands, we understand the urgent need to make our communities more resilient in the face of climate change, security threats, food insecurity, and the high cost of living that make it difficult for our families to survive," said Rep. Tokuda. “Given our indigenous connections and long-standing cultural and historical ties, I’m proud to be part of this delegation reaffirming the United States’ and Congress’ commitment to Taiwan’s security and democracy and to a rules-based order in the Indo-Pacific region. As a member of the House Armed Services Committee, I’ll continue to support critical relationships with allies and partners in the region to deter aggression and promote diplomacy to address shared challenges.” Besides diplomatic and security issues, Rep. Tokuda also encouraged Taiwan officials to restart direct flights between Taiwan and Hawaiʻi to strengthen economic and cultural connections and enhance tourism. Direct routes between Hawaiʻi and Taipei were discontinued during the pandemic, but previously provided Hawaiʻi residents and foreigners alike with the opportunity to travel to Taiwan and to connect with other regional countries like the Philippines. This is Rep. Tokuda’s second CODEL trip to Taiwan and will also include visits with the National Development Council, Ministry of National Defense, and Taichung Coast Guard Base. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-tokuda-joins-hawaii-delegation-urge-congressional-action-and-more-funding Rep. Tokuda Joins with Hawaii Delegation to Urge Congressional Action and More Funding for Maui 2024-08-07 2024 2024-08 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=6& scraper Washington, D.C. – Today, the Hawaii delegation sent a letter to House and Senate leaders urging congressional action to ensure Maui receives necessary supplemental disaster funding as the one year anniversary of the Maui fires approaches. The letter details their requests, including an additional $20.9 billion for the Disaster Relief Fund to meet anticipated needs through Fiscal Year 2025, as well as support for President Biden’s request for $3.5 billion for the Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery program which would help communities nationwide, including Maui. “While we mark the one year anniversary since the fires, our work to support our Maui ʻohana as they heal and rebuild is even more urgent. Congress must act now to get much needed funds to communities like Lahaina that have been hit hard by disaster. The ongoing crisis in Maui has affected the entire country, including Lānaʻi and Molokaʻi, and has had ripple effects and relocations throughout the state. These funding requests are critical to the survival and well-being of all of Hawaiʻi, and we will continue to fight for these funds,” said U.S. Representative Jill Tokuda (HI-02). “One year after the terrible tragedy of Maui, we have made solid progress toward full healing, recovery and rebuilding, assisted by some $1 billion in federal disaster relief,” said U.S. Representative Ed Case (HI-01). “But so much more remains, and our congressional delegation remains fully focused on assuring the further federal assistance that will be necessary.” Action by Congress would allocate much-needed funds, allowing the activation or continuation of recovery programs on Maui by key departments and agencies, such as the Department of Agriculture, Federal Emergency Management Agency, Department of Housing and Urban Development, Economic Development Administration, National Park Service, Department of Health and Human Services, Department of Education, Department of Labor, and Department of Energy. The letter to Congressional leadership can be viewed … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-tokudas-statement-prime-minister-netanyahus-address-congress Rep. Tokuda’s Statement on Prime Minister Netanyahu’s Address to Congress 2024-07-23 2024 2024-07 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=6& scraper “Foreign dignitaries addressing a joint meeting of Congress is a highly regarded invitation that reflects a mutual relationship based on shared diplomatic values. While the United States has long had a pivotal relationship with Israel to deter our adversaries and maintain stability in the Middle East, I do not feel it is appropriate, or as we say in Hawaii, pono, to invite Prime Minister Netanyahu, who has been indicted for corruption in his own country, to address Congress. I cannot turn a blind eye to the horrific loss of life, indiscriminate bombing, famine, and suffering that have occurred in Gaza under his leadership, and I will not be attending the joint meeting. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:24:45Z
https://case.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3418 U.S. Department Of State Responds To Rep. Ed Case's May 13, 2024 Letter To Secretary of State Antony Blinken Regarding Hawaii's Inclusion In North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) 2024-07-15 2024 2024-07 Democrat House HI Ed Case C001055 case.house.gov case https://case.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27&Page=9 scraper (Honolulu, HI) -- The U.S. Department of State has responded to a May 13, 2024 letter by U.S. Representative Ed Case (Hawai’i-First) to Secretary Antony Blinken regarding Hawaii’s inclusion in mutual defense undertakings of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). (Case’s letter and State’s response are linked below.) In his May 13th letter to Secretary Blinken, Rep. Case wrote: “I write to express concern that the North Atlantic Treaty does not explicitly extend its protections to U.S. states, territories and possessions in the Indo-Pacific and to ask for your assistance in confirming that Article 5 would be invoked for any attack on the Indo-Pacific parts of our country to the same extent as an attack on any other part,” The often-referenced Article 5 of the treaty generally states that an attack on one NATO member is considered an attack on all members. This provision is limited by Article 6, which generally limits Article 5 to attacks on territories or forces in North America and Europe and the North Atlantic north of the Tropic of Cancer. “This exclusion is a historical anachronism,” Rep. Case argued. “There is a reasonable level of concern that at least some of our NATO allies might not consider Article 5 invoked if we are attacked in the Indo-Pacific.” Rep. Case asked Secretary Blinken to confirm that Article 5 would be invoked by the U.S. and be honored by our NATO allies if Hawaiʻi, Guam or other U.S. Indo-Pacific locations were attacked. In his July 15th response on behalf of Secretary Blinken, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Bureau of Legislative Affairs, Philip G. Laidlaw, wrote to thank Rep. Case for his letter and further responded: “First and foremost, let me assure you in the words of Secretary Blinken that any attack on the United States or its territories, even if outside of the geographic scope of Article 5, would almost certainly draw Allied reaction, including the consultation procedures under Article 4 of the Treaty,” Laidlaw wrote. “This includes Hawaiʻi, Guam, Puert… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:24:45Z
https://case.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3417 Case Statement Following The Rally For Former President Trump Today In Pennsylvania 2024-07-13 2024 2024-07 Democrat House HI Ed Case C001055 case.house.gov case https://case.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27&Page=9 scraper (Honolulu, HI) – U.S. Congressman Ed Case (Hawai‘i – District 1) today released the following statement in the aftermath of the rally for former President Trump today in Pennsylvania: “Our hearts go out to the innocent lost and we pray for President Trump and the others wounded. “Violence must not be the answer. Voters, not guns, must decide elections.” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:24:45Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-tokudas-statement-incident-trump-rally Rep. Tokuda's Statement on Incident at Trump Rally 2024-07-13 2024 2024-07 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=6& scraper “Sending out my deep condolences to those affected by today’s tragic incident, and prayers of recovery and safety to everyone impacted. I spent most of today encouraging civic engagement, telling AANHPI to use their voice and be seen. Our democracy must be grounded in civil discourse, mutual respect, and most of all aloha. These kinds of horrific acts only serve to silence and instill fear, and do not reflect the values of our country. We are better than this, and we must come together to reject all violence.” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:24:45Z
https://case.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3420 Congressman Case Advocates in Appropriations for Native Hawaiian Housing Funding 2024-07-11 2024 2024-07 Democrat House HI Ed Case C001055 case.house.gov case https://case.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27&Page=9 scraper Case Speaks on Native Hawaiian History Month September 30, 2025 | Posted in Speeches & Testimony Case Proposes Measure To Advance Energy Resiliency For Remote Island, Native Hawaiian and Tribal Communities June 19, 2025 | Posted in Press Releases Case Speaks on the Indigenous Diplomacy and Engagement Act March 27, 2025 | Posted in Speeches & Testimony 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:24:45Z
https://case.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3416 Case's House Appropriations Committee Approves His Funding Requests To Advance Native Hawaiian Economic, Cultural, Health And Education Initiatives 2024-07-10 2024 2024-07 Democrat House HI Ed Case C001055 case.house.gov case https://case.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27&Page=9 scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Congressman Ed Case’s (HI-01) U.S. House Committee on Appropriations today approved three measures for the upcoming federal Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 (commencing October 1, 2024). The $198.4 billion Labor-Health and Human Services (HHS) bill supports health, education and labor programs. The $99 billion Transportation-Housing and Urban Development (HUD) bill supports transit and housing programs. The $26 billion Agriculture bill supports the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The bills fund several of Case’s requests for Member-designated CPFs including: 1. $185,000 for the Hawai‘i Department of Land and Natural Resources, Division of Forestry and Wildlife to conduct a Reforestation and Carbon Forestry Assessment. 2. $2 million for the Hawai‘i Department of Transportation to repair and renovate Aloha Tower. 3. $400,000 for the Hawai‘i Department of Transportation to conduct a study to assess the operations of Kapiolani Interchange and generate recommendations that will improve congestion and safety. 4. $250,000 for Highlands Intermediate School to modernize its media center. 5. $850,000 for Kalihi Waena Elementary to replace deteriorating bridges that connect the school to the state’s largest public housing complex, the Towers of Kūhiō Park, ensuring the safety of keiki traveling to and from school. “The current bridges pose significant safety risks, with structural damage and lack of ADA compliance hindering accessibility for students and community members, especially the elderly and physically challenged,” said Case. He said funding is needed for a single-span bridge from the housing complex to the school, including an ADA-compliant ramp to Richard Lane, to ensure safe and accessible passage for all. Case also secured funding for Highlands Intermediate in Pearl City for its media center to accommodate the growing student population and foster collaborative learning environments. “The proposed renovations aim to revolutionize the space, facil… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:24:45Z
https://case.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3415 Case's House Appropriations Committee Approves His Funding Requests For Public Lands And Natural Resources, Criminal Justice And Energy And Water Infrastructure 2024-07-09 2024 2024-07 Democrat House HI Ed Case C001055 case.house.gov case https://case.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27&Page=9 scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Congressman Ed Case’s (HI-01) U.S. House Committee on Appropriations today approved three measures funding several of his Community Project Funding (CPF) requests for the upcoming Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 (commencing October 1, 2024). The $38.5 billion Interior Appropriations bill funds the Department of the Interior, including the National Parks Service (NPS), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and Environmental Protection Agency. The $59.2 billion Energy and Water bill funds the Department of Energy, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ (USACE) civil works programs and various energy programs. The $80.5 billion Commerce, Justice, Science (CJS) and Related Agencies Appropriations bill supports the U.S. Department of Commerce, the U.S. Department of Justice and various science agencies. The bill includes several of Case’s requests for Member-designated Community Funding Project (CPF) including the follows: · Restoration work at Maunalua Bay conducted by the Department of Land and Natural Resource’s Division of Aquatic Resources. ($1,184,000) · A survey conducted by the Department of Land and Natural Resource’s Division of Aquatic Resources to identify the current range of invasive spread of octocorals at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. ($400,000) · The purchase of equipment used to support live algae cultures and de-gas incoming acidic seawater for the Hawai‘i Pacific University’s Oceanic Institute. ($350,000) · The establishment of Fireshed Partnerships, bringing together owners and managers of fire-prone unmanaged lands surrounding the state’s most vulnerable communities, conducted by the Hawaii State Climate Commission. ($1,184,000) · Surveys of water and reef quality across the islands and restoration work of coral reefs, conducted by The Nature Conservancy. ($999,000) · The installation of a control valve assembly and waterline connections by the Honolulu Board of Water Supply to improve the reliability and adequacy of O‘ahu’s water supply. ($1,105,800) · The planning and design for … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:24:45Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-tokuda-introduces-bill-provide-more-funding-native-hawaiian-culture-arts Rep. Tokuda Introduces Bill to Provide More Funding for Native Hawaiian Culture & Arts 2024-07-09 2024 2024-07 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=6& scraper Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Jill Tokuda (HI-02) introduced a bill to ensure that Native Hawaiian organizations can fully access funding they are entitled to under the Native Hawaiian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development Program for cultural programming and activities. The Native Hawaiian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development Program was created in 1984 to provide grants through the National Park Service for the scholarly study of and instruction in Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian traditional and contemporary arts and culture. The program was also created to help perpetuate Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian traditional and contemporary arts by developing educational centers and degree programs. Since the program started receiving appropriations again three years ago, Native Hawaiian organizations have not been able to access it because of outdated statutory requirements. The Native Arts and Culture Promotion Act would amend the program to allow the National Park Service to award grants to a greater variety of Native Hawaiian organizations doing incredible work to study and promote Native Hawaiian culture and art. Additionally, the bill would remove offensive and unnecessarily restrictive statutory language impacting Alaska Native applicants to increase the program’s accessibility within the Alaska Native community. “I am proud to introduce a bill to modernize the Native Hawaiian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development Program, which has historically provided support for community-driven efforts to educate, promote, and perpetuate the arts and cultures of Native Hawaiians and Alaska Natives, said Rep. Tokuda. “Ensuring that the program functions as intended will enable more Native Hawaiian organizations to receive their fair share of federal resources for historic preservation and creative development. It is critical that we continue to recognize and promote traditional and contemporary native arts and cultures so that the stories and knowledge of indigenous communi… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:24:45Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-tokuda-introduces-bill-rename-hawaii-island-post-office-after-vietnam-war Rep. Tokuda Introduces Bill to Rename Hawaiʻi Island Post Office After Vietnam War Veteran Hero 2024-07-01 2024 2024-07 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=6& scraper Washington, D.C. – On Friday, U.S. Representative Jill Tokuda (HI-02) introduced a bill to rename the Captain Cook Post Office on Hawaiʻi Island after First Lieutenant John Kuulei Kauhaihao of Hōnaunau, who was killed in action in Vietnam and posthumously awarded the U.S. Army’s second highest award for valor, the Distinguished Service Cross. “There are no amount of words to express my sincere gratitude to First Lieutenant Kauhaihao who paid the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country and no words can express my deepest condolences to his family for their loss more than 50 years ago. First Lieutenant Kauhaihao exhibited extraordinary courage and heroism as he led and protected his soldiers in Vietnam. For that, he rightfully deserves to be recognized in the community he was born, where he lived, and where his beloved wife and family still reside,” said Rep. Tokuda, member of the House Armed Services Committee. “Our veterans are heroes and role models for the next generation, and we must honor and always remember the sacrifices they have made for our country.” On September 5, 1969, at the age of 27, Kauhaihao was fatally injured during a reconnaissance-in-force operation in Tay Ninh Province, Vietnam. When his platoon came under enemy fire, Kauhaihao launched over 30 grenades in 15 minutes at enemy bunkers while simultaneously drawing fire on himself so that his men could sight enemy gunners. He is survived by his widow and Konawaena High School sweetheart, Shirley, and their four children. “Our ʻohana is so grateful to Congresswoman Tokuda for introducing this bill to honor John's memory and legacy of service to our country," said Shirley Kauhaihao, Lt. Kauhaihaoʻs widow. "It is our sincere hope that naming the post office after John will bring recognition to the service and sacrifice of all Vietnam War veterans who served and died, as well as those who came home and continue to serve their communities and country, especially those from Hawaiʻi. John was an excellent husband, father, and man, and he loved… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:24:45Z
https://case.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3413 Case Wins Approval For Critical Water Infrastructure Projects From Key House Committee 2024-06-30 2024 2024-06 Democrat House HI Ed Case C001055 case.house.gov case https://case.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27&Page=9 scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Congressman Ed Case (Hawai‘i – District 1) today announced that his requests for six critical water infrastructure projects vital to Hawaii’s safety and economy recently won key bipartisan support and will come before the House for a vote in the coming weeks. Case’s requests were included in H.R. 8812, the proposed Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2024. The House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee approved the bill by an overwhelming bipartisan vote of 61 to 2. This bill authorizes projects to improve the country’s ports and harbors, inland waterways, flood and storm protection and other aspects of water resources infrastructure that keep our communities safe and strengthens the U.S. economy. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) performs these projects in partnership with federal, local and state agencies, non-government organizations and tribal nations to implement the projects. The six provisions secured by Case in the 2024 WRDA include: 1. Expediting completion of the Ala Wai Canal flood risk management project. “The Ala Wai Flood Risk Management project is focusing on protecting the homes, businesses and communities of central Honolulu from Makiki, Mānoa and Pālolo to the ocean, as well as of Waikīkī, where daily over a hundred thousand residents and visitors live, work and play in the one-square mile engine of our tourism industry,” said Case. “We all are facing the real-life evidence every day of the effects of climate change including disastrous flooding, and we must continue our efforts to prevent a catastrophic storm that would impact the watershed and the adjacent canal.” This project began in 1999, and the USACE recently solicited public comments on a revised plan for the Ala Wai watershed community. 2. Studying how to expand and upgrade Honolulu Harbor. Case previously secured an authorization for this study, but he is seeking to amend the plan to reflect expanded complexity, scope and funding needs, including elements of coastal storm risk manag… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:11:47Z
https://case.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3421 Congressman Case In Floor Remarks On Defense Security Funding 2024-06-28 2024 2024-06 Democrat House HI Ed Case C001055 case.house.gov case https://case.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27&Page=9 scraper x-page facebook-page instagram-page youtube-page Press Releases Newsroom Press Releases Congressman Case In Floor Remarks On Defense Security Funding Share on Facebook Share on X Print this Page Share by Email Washington, June 28, 2024 Tags: National Security Related News Case Statement On U.S. Strikes On Iran February 28, 2026 | Posted in Press Releases Case Speaks on the 25th Anniversary of the Hawai‘i National Guard’s State Partnership Program September 19, 2025 | Posted in Speeches & Testimony Case Votes Against Initial House Version Of Annual Defense Measure That Fails To Exert Congressional Oversight Of Trump Administration Actions Undermining Our Nation's Military September 10, 2025 | Posted in Press Releases Case Speaks on the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) May 19, 2025 | Posted in Speeches & Testimony Three-Year Anniversary of Russia's Brutal Attack on Ukraine March 25, 2025 | Posted in Speeches & Testimony 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:11:47Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-tokuda-issues-statement-president-bidens-request-additional-700m-disaster Rep. Tokuda Issues Statement on President Biden's Request for Additional $700M Disaster Funding 2024-06-28 2024 2024-06 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=6& scraper Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Jill Tokuda (HI-02) issued the following statement on President Joe Biden’s additional $700 million request to Congress for the Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery program which would help communities nationwide, including Maui, with disaster needs. "We have been pushing for supplemental disaster funding in Congress since the wildfires took place. Maui continues to grapple with both physical damage and emotional trauma in the aftermath of the deadliest wildfire in a century. Healing for its residents will take generations, which is why Congress must act now and swiftly approve President Biden’s new request to get much needed funds to communities impacted by disaster." 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:11:47Z
https://case.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3422 Congressman Case In Floor Remarks On Homeland Security Funding 2024-06-27 2024 2024-06 Democrat House HI Ed Case C001055 case.house.gov case https://case.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27&Page=9 scraper x-page facebook-page instagram-page youtube-page Press Releases Newsroom Press Releases Congressman Case In Floor Remarks On Homeland Security Funding Share on Facebook Share on X Print this Page Share by Email Washington, June 27, 2024 Tags: National Security Related News Case Statement On U.S. Strikes On Iran February 28, 2026 | Posted in Press Releases Case Speaks on the 25th Anniversary of the Hawai‘i National Guard’s State Partnership Program September 19, 2025 | Posted in Speeches & Testimony Case Votes Against Initial House Version Of Annual Defense Measure That Fails To Exert Congressional Oversight Of Trump Administration Actions Undermining Our Nation's Military September 10, 2025 | Posted in Press Releases Case Speaks on the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) May 19, 2025 | Posted in Speeches & Testimony Three-Year Anniversary of Russia's Brutal Attack on Ukraine March 25, 2025 | Posted in Speeches & Testimony 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:11:47Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-tokuda-testifies-her-lahaina-national-heritage-area-act Rep. Tokuda Testifies on Her Lahaina National Heritage Area Act 2024-06-27 2024 2024-06 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=6& scraper Washington, D.C. – Today, the House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Federal Lands held a hearing on the Lahaina National Heritage Area Act – introduced by U.S. Representative Jill Tokuda (HI-02) – which would begin the process of evaluating the Maui town for designation as a National Heritage Area. The Lahaina National Heritage Area Act would direct the National Park Service, in consultation with state and local partners, to study the suitability and feasibility of this designation for Lahaina. These areas are designated by Congress to complement state and local conservation efforts through recognition, federal funding, and technical assistance. “Lele, or Lahaina, as it has become known, has always been a place of immense historical and cultural importance, serving as the capital of the Kingdom of Hawaiʻi and the birthplace and home to many aliʻi. As we look to rebuild, it is about grounding this place in the history and heritage from which it came,” said Rep. Tokuda during her testimony. “Designating Lahaina as a National Heritage Area would complement and sustain community-driven efforts being led by lineal descendants and local leaders to preserve Lele’s rich history, tradition, and culture for future generations.” Hawaiʻi Governor Josh Green also submitted written testimony in support of the bill, along with Maui County Mayor Richard Bissen, and Keʻeaumoku Kapu of Nā ʻAikāne o Maui Inc. Cosponsors of the bill include Rep. Doug LaMalfa (R-CA-01); House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Federal Lands Ranking Member Rep. Joe Neguse (D-CO-02); House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries Ranking Member Rep. Jared Huffman (D-CA-02); Rep. Mark Takano (D-CA-39), Rep. Gregorio Sablan (D-MP-AL), Rep. Ed Case (D-HI-01), and Rep. Amata Radewagen (R-AS-AL). There are 62 national heritage areas in the United States but none in Hawaiʻi. Kaʻena Point is currently being studied for designation. The bill will go through a House Natural Resources Committee markup before it can advance to the fu… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:11:47Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-tokudas-priorities-included-house-water-resources-development-act Rep. Tokuda's Priorities Included in House Water Resources Development Act 2024-06-26 2024 2024-06 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=7& scraper Washington, D.C. — Today, U.S. Representative Jill Tokuda (HI-02), announced the referral of the Water Resources Development Act of 2024 (WRDA) to the full House of Representatives. The House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee reported the bill as amended by a bipartisan vote of 61 to 2. “As Hawai‘i has seen in increasing frequency, extreme weather events are leaving a trail of destruction and loss behind. From hurricanes to flooding to wildfires, we need to do all we can to protect our local communities from the impacts of sea level rise and natural disasters,” said Rep Tokuda. “I am proud this bill includes projects in four counties to help protect our communities from future disastrous events.” “In addition, Hawaiʻi’s harbors serve as a critical lifeline for residents and businesses. This year’s WRDA includes efforts to maintain the infrastructures that keep products flowing in and out of our state and keep Hawaiʻi moving forward,” she said. The bill includes several top priorities for Hawai‘i secured by Rep. Tokuda, including: an increase in the Maui Environmental Infrastructure authorization from $20 million to $50 million to assist with the wildfire recovery. a study of the Lahaina Watershed on Maui, including the coral reef habitat north of Lahaina, which will examine the mauka to makai impacts of the wildfire to better protect the community from flooding and the coast from runoff. an assessment of the Waialua Watershed on Oʻahu to inform efforts to prevent future flooding and climate change impacts. modifications to repair Laupāhoehoe Harbor on Hawaiʻi Island to allow for the repair of the harbor’s breakwater structure. a comprehensive new start Feasibility Study to evaluate sources of flooding and propose solutions to reduce flood damages in the Hanapepe River watershed. WRDA is a comprehensive bill, which is generally passed by Congress every two years. It provides for the conservation and development of water and related resources and authorizes the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to con… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:11:47Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-tokuda-statement-marking-two-years-scotus-overturned-roe-v-wade Rep. Tokuda Statement Marking Two Years Since SCOTUS Overturned Roe v. Wade 2024-06-24 2024 2024-06 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=7& scraper Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Jill Tokuda (HI-02) issued the following statement, marking the two-year anniversary of the Supreme Court’s ruling in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health, which eliminated the constitutional right to an abortion. “The Supreme Court’s overturning of Roe v. Wade remains one of the biggest threats to the health and safety of women across the country. Two years later, the consequences of the Dobbs decision continue to grow, and the impacts are being felt in every aspect of life for women, including their ability to access emergency care and contraceptives. Decisions about a person’s body, life, and future are deeply personal and should remain in their hands, not politicians’. This fight is far from over; we will continue fighting like hell to make sure everyone can access the health care they need and deserve.” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:11:47Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-tokuda-introduces-bill-combat-zombie-guns-support-law-enforcement Rep. Tokuda Introduces Bill to Combat ‘Zombie Guns’, Support Law Enforcement 2024-06-17 2024 2024-06 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=7& scraper Washington, D.C. — On Friday, U.S. Representative Jill Tokuda (HI-02) introduced the "Restoring Trust in Public Safety Act," legislation to address the government’s role in the proliferation of gun violence in communities by providing public agencies, including police departments, with greater resources to fully destroy seized and surrendered firearms. A recent New York Times investigation found that hundreds of cities and towns have turned to private companies that offer to destroy firearms at no-cost to law enforcement agencies. Their inventories include firearms that have been forfeited in buybacks, used in crimes, or replaced by police department upgrades. However, these public-private arrangements have fueled a secondary arms market of “zombie guns,” where guns expected to be fully destroyed are instead recycled and sold online to civilians as individual untraceable parts often used to assemble ghost guns or marketed as repair kits without background checks. The Restoring Trust in Public Safety Act would establish a $15 million grant program to help state, Tribal, and local governments and law enforcement agencies purchase equipment, hire staff, and conduct trainings to ensure the safe and complete destruction of firearms and firearm parts in their possession. “Bottom line, there are too many guns and weapons on our streets and terrorizing our communities,” said Rep. Tokuda. “This bill gives our law enforcement agencies the resources to 100% destroy firearms that are seized, surrendered, or retired, and seeks to remove their reliance on gun disposal companies who have profited off a lack of government funding for proper disposal. This widespread practice of gun recycling is becoming a lucrative industry in our country that only further proliferates the spread of ghost guns in our communities.” Under federal law, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) requires that all unwanted or unserviceable firearms be properly destroyed. In accordance with ATF guidelines, gun disposal companies… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:11:47Z
https://case.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=2413 U.S. House Approves Key Priorities Sought By Case In Fiscal Year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act 2024-06-14 2024 2024-06 Democrat House HI Ed Case C001055 case.house.gov case https://case.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27&Page=10 scraper (Washington, DC) – Congressman Ed Case (HI-01) announced that the full U.S. House has approved the $883.7 billion Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), including four of his floor amendments as well as his priorities on strengthening America’s national security interests in the Indo-Pacific, boosting Hawaii’s economy and continuing to improve the relationship between the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and the local community. “This measure is critical as it not only authorizes defense spending for the year, supplementing my Appropriations Committee’s actual funding responsibilities, but also establishes defense policies and restrictions, and addresses organizational and administrative matters related to the DoD,” said Case, who currently serves on the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense and previously served on the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Military Construction and Veterans Affairs. As requested by Case, the NDAA authorizes $505 million for a multi-year project by the Navy to build a water treatment plant to treat water from the Red Hill shaft, which would allow the shaft to be reopened and help remove any residual contaminants from the ground surrounding Red Hill. To begin this important project, the NDAA recommends appropriating $90 million for the project in FY 2025. “This water treatment plant is not just another infrastructure project, it is our assurance that those in the service area can be fully confident that the quality of the water they rely on complies with safe drinking standards,” said Case. The bill authorizes further or continued construction projects in Hawai‘i with a combined value of $1.35 billion. This includes: · $1.2 billion for a new dry dock at Pearl Harbor, · $90 million for the Red Hill Water Treatment Plant, · $36 million for an Aircraft Maintenance Hangar at Wheeler Army Airfield, · $36 million for an Air National Guard Space Control Facility at Joint Base Pearl Harbor – Hickam, and · $33 million for an Aircraft Hangar and Park… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:11:47Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-tokuda-votes-no-national-defense-authorization-act Rep. Tokuda Votes No on National Defense Authorization Act 2024-06-14 2024 2024-06 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=7& scraper Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Jill Tokuda (HI-02), member of the House Armed Services Committee, issued the following statement on the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2025, which passed the House of Representatives by a vote of 217-199. “Once again, House Republicans have derailed a bipartisan process for this year’s National Defense Authorization Act by adding harmful poison-pill policy riders that attack reproductive rights and health care for our service members and undermine a more diverse and inclusive military for women, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people of color,” stated Rep. Jill Tokuda. “I was proud of the bipartisan bill we crafted in committee that addressed so many crucial Hawai‘i priorities that I fought for and made substantial quality-of-life improvements for service members and military families, but the amendments forced onto this bill by far-right Republicans have forced me to sadly vote against passage today. As a member of the House Armed Services Committee, I will continue to work on this year’s NDAA with colleagues on both sides of the aisle and the Capitol to remove these poison-pill riders and protect the many positive provisions we’ve secured to advance our national security and support our service members and military families.” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:11:47Z
https://case.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=2411 U.S. House Appropriations Committee Supports Case's Requests For Further Funding For Red Hill Closure And Defense of Hawai‘i 2024-06-13 2024 2024-06 Democrat House HI Ed Case C001055 case.house.gov case https://case.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27&Page=10 scraper (Washington, DC) – Congressman Ed Case’s (HI-01) U.S. House Committee on Appropriations today approved a key measure funding the Department of Defense for the upcoming Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 (commencing October 1, 2024). His Committee also approved another funding measure for the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and various agencies focused on financial regulation, consumer protection and law enforcement. “The Department of Defense measure not only funds programs critical to our national security interests in the Indo-Pacific but also continues to recognize the critical role Hawai‘i plays in the region,” said Case, who is in his sixth year on Appropriations and currently serves on its Subcommittee on Defense with jurisdiction over defense and intelligence community funding. “The Financial Services and General Government measure funds programs of federal assistance to small business which are especially relevant to Hawaii’s mix of small businesses.” Among the projects for which Case advocated and which were included in the measure include: · $70 million to continue efforts to replace O‘ahu’s outdated air surveillance radar, critical to ensure the defense and protection of Hawai‘i. · A $27.5 million increase to the President’s budget for Red Hill closure and remediation as well as continuing the Red Hill Clinic. · A $253 million increase for the Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Office of Native American and Native Hawaiian Affairs to support Native small businesses. · A $7 million increase to the Native American Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) Assistance Program that enables Hawaii's Native Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) to support access to capital for Native Hawaiians. “For me, this is a mixed result,” said Case. “While the Defense measure funds many critical national, Indo-Pacific and Hawai‘i priorities for our military which I support, I regrettably had to vote against the measure overall because it reduces funding far below what is needed including $1… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:11:47Z
https://case.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=2406 Case Secures Key Funding For The Indo-Pacific Including $2.1 Billion For The U.S. Government's Indo-Pacific Strategy And $60 Million Toward Another Coast Guard Vessel For Honolulu 2024-06-12 2024 2024-06 Democrat House HI Ed Case C001055 case.house.gov case https://case.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27&Page=10 scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Congressman Ed Case’s (HI-01) U.S. House Committee on Appropriations today approved two key measures funding federal homeland security and foreign affairs programs with important ties to Hawai‘i for the upcoming Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 (commencing October 1, 2024). Both the homeland security and foreign affairs funding measures included Case’s requests for critical funding for American priorities in the Indo-Pacific, including $2.1 billion for the U.S. government’s Indo-Pacific Strategy, $175 million for assistance specifically for Pacific Island countries, $60 million to allow the Coast Guard to base another Medium Endurance Cutter with District 14 in Honolulu and other funds set aside for the Coast Guard’s expanded presence in the Pacific Islands region. Among the other projects for which Case advocated and that were included in the measures are: $19.6 million for the East-West Center in Honolulu. Language requiring the Coast Guard to pursue acquisition of additional pier and related space at Base Honolulu. $1.2 million specifically for the Coast Guard’s Indo-Pacific Workforce Support Project. $3 million for the increased presence of regional Coast Guard advisors in the Indo-Pacific. Report language supporting Indo-Pacific young leaders programs. $43.6 million for the Asian Development Fund. Report language supporting the Peace Corps’ expansion in the Pacific. Through his assignment on the Committee, Case also secured $1.1 million in partial funding for the Hawai‘i Emergency Management Agency (HI-EMA) to develop a Community Disaster Preparedness Information Platform for Hawai‘i. This is one of Case’s Member-designated Community Project Funding (CPF) projects that specifically focuses on local needs in Hawai‘i. The project would work to establish an information sharing platform that enables direct collaboration between HI-EMA and local companies, nonprofit organizations and anchor institutions during normal times and in events in disasters. "This new tool for HI-EMA will ensure a… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:11:47Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-tokuda-travels-normandy-80th-d-day-anniversary Rep. Tokuda Travels to Normandy for 80th D-Day Anniversary 2024-06-06 2024 2024-06 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=7& scraper Normandy, France – Today, U.S. Representative Jill Tokuda (HI-02), a member of the House Armed Services Committee, paid tribute to members of the military and honored them at the 80th D-Day Anniversary ceremonies at the American Cemetery. “Eighty years ago, tens of thousands of men, including many from Hawaii, put freedom before fear and marked a turning point in the war here on the beaches of Normandy. It has been a humbling honor to remember and pay respect to the brave soldiers where they battled and where so many paid the ultimate sacrifice. At a time when our present mirrors the global turbulence of our past, it is important to remember the heroes who laid the foundation for the freedom we have today and commit to defending them now and into the future,” said Rep. Tokuda. Rep. Tokuda is part of the U.S. House of Representatives bipartisan Congressional Delegation currently in France. In addition to official ceremonies in Normandy, they will travel to Paris for meetings with the French National Assembly. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:11:47Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-tokuda-accepting-applications-military-service-academies Rep. Tokuda Accepting Applications for Military Service Academies 2024-06-04 2024 2024-06 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=7& scraper (Honolulu, HI) – Representative Jill Tokuda (HI-02) announced that her office is now accepting applications from students in Hawaiʻi’s Second Congressional District for Military Service Academies. Qualified applicants must submit their applications no later than Friday, October 25, 2024, at 11:59 pm HST. Every year, members of Congress are given a limited number of candidates to nominate for appointment to these academies. Rep. Tokuda can only nominate a limited number of exceptional students for each vacant academy slot allotted to the Second Congressional District. “In Hawaii, we are fortunate to have hard-working, intelligent, and driven students across our islands who are ready to protect and serve in our military,” said Representative Tokuda, a member of the Armed Services Committee. “With such qualified students, it's challenging to select nominees, but I look forward to seeing and hearing about the diverse talents of Hawaiʻi's future.” To be considered for a nomination, candidates must reside in Hawaiʻi’s Second Congressional District, meet the basic eligibility requirements established by the academies, and submit a complete nomination application by Friday, October 25, 2024, at 11:59 pm HST, to Rep. Tokuda’s office. For more information on eligibility and the application process, visit bit.ly/tokudanominations or call Rep. Tokuda’s District Office at (808) 746-6220. To apply for a Military Service Academy Nomination through Tokuda’s office, please click here. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:11:47Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-tokuda-invited-niihau-celebrate-two-high-school-graduates Rep. Tokuda Invited to Niʻihau to Celebrate Two High School Graduates 2024-06-01 2024 2024-06 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=7& scraper Niʻihau – Yesterday, Representative Jill Tokuda (HI-02) attended the Ni‘ihau High and Elementary School graduation to help celebrate this momentous occasion for two high school students. Along with Rep. Tokuda, State Department of Education Kaua‘i Complex Area Superintendent Daniel Hamada and Kaua‘i County Board of Education Member William Arakaki joined the Ni‘ihau community in congratulating Brianne Kanahele and Jayna Niau Jr. They are the only 2024 graduates from the school, which does not have a commencement event every year and has 20 students. “The invitation to celebrate alongside our Ni‘ihau graduates and their families was a humbling privilege and honor,” said Rep. Tokuda. “Witnessing the culmination of their hard work and how this close-knit community came together to celebrate and support their students was both inspiring and heartwarming. I am so proud of our Ni‘ihau students and I look forward to seeing the contributions they will make to Hawai‘i." Ni‘ihau High and Elementary is known for its small population of students and is Hawai‘i’s smallest K-12 public school. Ni‘ihau—owned by the Robinson family—is the least inhabited Hawaiian island and has restricted access to the public. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:23:40Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-tokuda-votes-against-houses-partisan-farm-bill-includes-wins-hawaii-falls Rep. Tokuda Votes Against House’s Partisan Farm Bill Includes Wins for Hawai‘i, Falls Short for Working Families 2024-05-24 2024 2024-05 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=7& scraper Washington, D.C. – Yesterday, U.S. Representative Jill Tokuda (HI-02), a member of the House Agriculture Committee and the only member of Hawai‘i’s congressional delegation to serve on one of Congress’s agriculture committees, voted against sending the House Republicans’ partisan Farm Bill to the full House of Representatives during a 13-hour markup. The committee reported the bill with a vote of 33-21. “It was important to me that Hawaiʻi has a seat at the table when it comes to developing the Farm Bill. We succeeded in addressing the significant drop in nutrition assistance for Hawai‘i, expanding microgrants to grow small-scale farming, and helping specialty crops iconic to our state in the House Republican draft. However, I could not support in good conscience the harm caused by other provisions in the bill, and I had to vote against it,” said Rep. Tokuda. The $1.5 trillion bill, which dictates agriculture and food policy, includes a drastic cut to the Thrifty Food Plan (TFP). The proposed cut to the TFP would impact several nutrition programs which includes slashing the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), the country’s largest anti-hunger program, by nearly $30 billion. This would mark the largest reduction in nearly 30 years if this bill became law. “Working families across Hawaiʻi and the country are already struggling with skyrocketing food prices. I cannot support a bill that would slash food benefits for our most vulnerable population and lead to more people going hungry,” said Rep. Tokuda. “The cost of living in our state is already too high, and this reduction would steal valuable resources away from those who need and depend on them the most.” “This bill opens the door to privatizing the jobs of civil servants who currently administer the SNAP program in Hawaiʻi. This is unacceptable, and totally insulting of our local, highly trained government workers. It could lead to Hawaiʻi SNAP recipients having to call an out-of-state call center to receive their benefits. We appreciate Rep. T… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:01:11Z
https://case.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=2380 Hawaii Is Designated For The Most Military Construction Funding Of Any State In The Upcoming Fiscal Year Under U.S. House Appropriations Committee-Approved Measure 2024-05-23 2024 2024-05 Democrat House HI Ed Case C001055 case.house.gov case https://case.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27&Page=10 scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Congressman Ed Case (HI-01) reported that the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Military Construction, Veterans Affairs and Related Agencies Appropriations bill, approved today by the U.S. House Committee on Appropriations, includes over $1.55 billion in military construction projects for Hawai‘i, the most of any state. “This major funding for critical Hawai‘i projects underscores all over again the key role Hawai‘i holds in our national defense as well as the key role of our armed services in Hawaii’s economy,” said Case, who is in his sixth year on Appropriations, previously served on the committee’s Subcommittee on Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, and currently serves on its Subcommittee on Defense. “By allocating fully 8% of our total national and worldwide military construction budget to Hawai‘i, we are making a generational reinvestment in Hawai‘i in the critical facilities we need to meet the challenges of the Indo-Pacific.” Some $1.2 billion, the largest share of total budget allocated to Hawai‘i, is to continue construction of new Drydock 5 at Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard, the largest and most expensive project in U.S. Navy history. This state-of-the-art facility and the Shipyard’s some 6,000 civilian employees will have the capacity to perform the highest levels of repair and maintenance on current and next-generation submarines and other vessels. Case has been focused on advancing and funding Drydock 5 since he returned to Congress in 2019. Among the other projects for which Case advocated and which were included in the measure is a $36.6 million space control center at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam for the Hawai‘i Air National Guard’s (HIANG) space operations. “The space domain is increasingly critical to our overall national defense, especially in the Indo-Pacific, Hawai‘i is once again key, and our HIANG, the U.S. Space Force and other defense assets require state-of-the-art equipment and facilities to perform their mission,” said Case. The measure also funds the Departm… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:01:11Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-tokuda-secures-hawaii-priorities-markup-fiscal-year-2025-national-defense Rep. Tokuda Secures Hawai‘i Priorities in Markup of the Fiscal Year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act 2024-05-22 2024 2024-05 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=7& scraper Washington, D.C. — Today, U.S. Representative Jill Tokuda (HI-02), a member of the House Armed Services Committee, voted to send H.R. 8070, the Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2025, to the full House of Representatives. If enacted into law, this NDAA would mark the 65th consecutive year in which Congress has passed this critical law for national security. The committee reported the bill as amended by a vote of 57 to 1. “Ensuring that the Department of Defense works hard to rebuild trust in Hawai‘i’s communities and helps tackle our shared challenges is my top priority as a member of the House Armed Services Committee,” stated Rep. Tokuda. “I’m especially proud that this bill includes my provisions for the Department of Defense to improve its efforts to combat and control the spread of invasive species in Hawai‘i, especially the Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle that has been ravaging our local agriculture.” “As a mom, I am outraged by the abuse or harm of any child, but it especially aggrieves me when it takes place in a federal facility. It is unacceptable that our military families have struggled to get information when their child experiences abuse or harm at a military child care center,” stated Rep. Jill Tokuda. “I know the Department of Defense Inspector General is looking into this, but we absolutely cannot afford to wait for what could be a months-long investigation to yield recommendations that then take months longer to implement. Military families deserve immediate action that gives them peace of mind in knowing their children are safe. My amendment, adopted by the committee, ensures that the Department will act immediately to notify parents and investigate cases of abuse and harm with the proper authorities. And this must be just the beginning to ensuring that our child care centers are the safe and nurturing environments we need them to be. Our children and families deserve nothing less.” “There’s no denial that there’s a tremendous h… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:01:11Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-passes-tax-relief-bill-support-disaster-victims-includes-rep-tokudas House Passes Tax Relief Bill to Support Disaster Victims Includes Rep. Tokuda’s Efforts to Help Those Impacted by Maui Fires 2024-05-21 2024 2024-05 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=7& scraper Washington, D.C. – Today, the U.S. House passed the Federal Disaster Tax Relief Act of 2023, cosponsored by Rep. Jill Tokuda (HI-02). The measure would make it easier for Maui Fire victims to deduct disaster-related losses by eliminating the minimum 10 percent loss threshold and the requirement to itemize deductions to receive this tax benefit. It would also exempt qualified wildfire disaster relief payments received between January 1, 2020, and December 31, 2025. “This bill makes sure that every dollar meant to help disaster victims goes towards recovery and rebuilding. Sadly, we know there will never be enough to replace all that people lost, but anything we can do to lighten the tax burdens they face will go a long way to restoring hope,” said Rep. Tokuda. The legislation includes the tax deduction loss parts of Rep. Tokuda’s bill, the Natural Disaster Tax Relief Act of 2023, which she introduced last October in response to stories shared by Maui wildfire survivors. “Since then [October], too many people continue to struggle with recovery costs that no one could ever budget for, reaching deep into their savings and going into debt to feed their keiki, cover their mortgage, pay for education and health care costs, and rebuild their homes, businesses, and livelihoods,” said Rep. Tokuda on the House floor. Today’s vote follows the House’s previous action in January to pass disaster survivor tax relief through the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024, which also included parts of Rep. Tokuda’s disaster tax relief bill. For the full video of her remarks on the House floor, click here. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:12:30Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-tokuda-announces-winner-2024-congressional-art-competition Rep. Tokuda Announces Winner of 2024 Congressional Art Competition 2024-05-18 2024 2024-05 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=7& scraper Home Media Press Releases May 18, 2024 Rep. Tokuda Announces Winner of 2024 Congressional Art Competition Print Email Share Tweet Previous Article Next Article 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:01:11Z
https://case.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=2375 Case Praises New Partnerships Among Twenty Federal, State, Local and Non-Governmental Entities And Congress To Help Conserve Two Million Acres In Hawai‘i 2024-05-15 2024 2024-05 Democrat House HI Ed Case C001055 case.house.gov case https://case.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27&Page=10 scraper (Washington, DC) – Congressman Ed Case (HI-01) announcement today the designation of two million acres throughout the State of Hawai‘i as a Sentinel Landscape, a federal program that makes these lands eligible for millions in funding to support conservation efforts. The program creates partnerships between federal agencies, state and local governments, private landowners, land managers and non-profits to preserve sensitive lands and resources near military bases. “This designation for Hawai‘i strengthens military and other federal efforts against threats to our recreational and agricultural lands, native forests and critical habitats, including sea level rise and extreme weather conditions such as drought that could bring on wildfires,” said Case, a member of the House Appropriations Committee’s Subcommittee on Defense with jurisdiction over the Department of Defense (DOD), as well as of the House Natural Resources Committee. The new Hawai‘i Sentinel Landscape spans over two million acres, featuring priority conservation, agricultural and DOD lands on Kaua‘i, O‘ahu and Hawai‘i Islands. The designation will apply to lands around several military installations across Hawai‘i, including the Pacific Missile Range Facility on Kaua‘i; Marine Corps Base Hawai‘i, Joint-Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam and the U.S. Army Garrison Hawai‘i on O‘ahu, and the Pōhakuloa Training Area on Hawaiʻi Island. The program does not bring any new lands into federal ownership, but: 1. Provides landowners and land managers with effective management tools and protection measures to support threatened and endangered species populations. 2. Supports a landscape that is resilient to the impacts of increased severe weather events, sea level rise and wildfire. 3. Develops initiatives that foster the sustained well-being of Hawaii’s conservation areas, working lands and local communities. 4. Promotes land use near military bases that is compatible with DOD mission by safeguarding and maintaining open lands that support agriculture, conservation an… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:01:11Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-approves-faa-reauthorization-legislation-including-rep-tokudas-bill House Approves FAA Reauthorization Legislation, Including Rep. Tokuda's Bill Addressing Air Safety Concerns 2024-05-15 2024 2024-05 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=7& scraper Washington, D.C. — Today, the U.S. House overwhelmingly approved the bipartisan Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Reauthorization Act, which includes improved air safety standards as well as an increase in workforce and consumer protection. The legislation authorizes more than $105 billion in appropriations for the FAA through Fiscal Year 2028, including $66.7 billion for key safety programs. It addresses air traffic controller shortages by requiring the FAA to implement better staffing standards to help fill thousands of vacant positions. The bill will not change the mandatory pilot retirement age which remains at 65. Approval of this bill also means the passage of the Air Tour and Sport Parachuting Safety Improvement Act of 2023, which Rep. Jill Tokuda (HI-02) introduced alongside Sen. Brian Schatz (HI). It increases safety standards for skydiving and commercial air tour operators, following the 2019 Mokulē‘ia crash on Oʻahu that killed 11 people. In Hawai‘i, at least 85 people have died in air tour crashes since the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) began keeping records – the highest number of any state. “We can never let the Mokulē‘ia tragedy ever happen again. Incidents in the skies are unacceptable and we must do better to protect passengers. With the passage of this bill, we will ensure better aviation safety requirements and save lives,” said Rep. Tokuda. “As a frequent traveler between Capitol Hill and the different counties I represent in Hawaiʻi, I have also experienced issues with canceled or delayed flights. I have heard so many heartbreaking stories of people missing medical appointments and family milestone events. This legislation will give consumers more rights and ensure airlines are held accountable for their actions.” As part of the FAA Reauthorization Act, travelers will have the right to a hassle-free refund if a flight is canceled or delayed three hours domestically and six hours for international flights. The U.S. Senate passed the bill last week. The legislation now he… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:01:11Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-tokuda-colleagues-seeks-answers-department-defense-policies-reporting Rep. Tokuda, Colleagues Seeks Answers on Department of Defense Policies for Reporting Abuse and Harm at Child Care Centers 2024-05-09 2024 2024-05 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=7& scraper Washington, D.C. — Today, U.S. Representatives Jill Tokuda (HI-02), Sara Jacobs (CA-51), and Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) led 21 of their colleagues in seeking urgent answers from the U.S. Department of Defense in response to an April 10, 2024 article from Military.com detailing systemic failures to report child abuse and harm at military child care centers. That article included shocking details of one military family’s experiences at the Ford Island Child Development Center near Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam in Hawai‘i. “The Department’s child care programs are critical to supporting military families, with direct impacts on mission readiness, morale, and recruitment and retention,” wrote the lawmakers. “Ensuring the safety and well-being of children on military installations is of paramount importance to the trust between service members, their families, and the Department of Defense, with significant implications for ongoing recruitment and retention issues.” Representative Tokuda serves as a member of the House Armed Services Committee and its Subcommittee on Military Personnel, which has jurisdiction over the Department of Defense’s child care policies. She previously asked the Secretary of the Army, Christine Wormuth, several questions regarding the Army’s child care reporting policies during an Army budget posture hearing on April 16, 2024. The full letter can be found here. Other signatories of the letter are Representatives Salud Carbajal (CA-24), André Carson (IN-07), Matt Cartwright (PA-08), Jason Crow (CO-06), Don Davis (NC-01), Chris Deluzio (PA-17), Robert Garcia (CA-42), Sylvia Garcia (TX-29), Steven Horsford (NV-04), Chrissy Houlahan (PA-06), Jonathan Jackson (IL-01), Andy Kim (NJ-03), Rick Larsen (WA-02), Sheila Jackson Lee (TX-18), Susie Lee (NV-03), Jennifer McClellan (VA-04), Jim McGovern (MA-02), Kevin Mullin (CA-15), Eleanor Holmes Norton (DC-AL), Pat Ryan (NY-18), and Terri Sewell (AL-07). ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:01:11Z
https://case.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=2354 Case Announces Winners Of His 2024 Congressional Art Competition 2024-05-03 2024 2024-05 Democrat House HI Ed Case C001055 case.house.gov case https://case.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27&Page=10 scraper (Honolulu, HI) – U.S. Congressman Ed Case (Hawai‘i – District 1) announced the winners of his 2024 Congressional Art Competition during an awards ceremony at the Bishop Museum, where entries have been on public display. “Forty-six art pieces were entered this year from fourteen schools throughout my district (Urban Honolulu),” said Case. “All of this year’s contestants earned our respect for participating in a contest that featured so many quality art pieces and made it so difficult for our judges to select the winners.” “The quantity, quality and diversity of the artwork presented was inspiring and truly showcased the range of artistic talent across my district. I’ll be very proud to highlight the winners’ work in the U.S. Capitol and in my Congressional offices,” said Case. Each spring since 1982, the Congressional Institute has sponsored a nationwide high school visual arts competition to recognize and encourage artistic talents in each Congressional district. Most U.S. House offices participate. The winners for Case’s event this year are: 1st Place Emily Yanos Grade 12 Moanalua High School Title: “Land of Love” Medium: digital art She and a guest will receive a round trip for two on Southwest Airlines to attend the National Awards Competition in Washington, D.C., among other prizes. Her image representing Hawai‘i’s 1st Congressional District will also be displayed in the U.S. Capitol for one year along with those of the winners in other districts. 2nd Place Kai Yara Grade 11 Punahou School Title: “Weaving Tradition – Lei” Medium: acrylic on canvas His image will be displayed in the Washington, D.C. Office of Congressman Case for one year, along with a certificate. 3rd Place Amelia Sofos Grade 12 Punahou School Title: “Thank you for growing with us” Medium: alcohol markers on paper Her image will be displayed in the District Office of Congressman Case in downtown Honolulu for one year, along with a certificate. Honorable Mentions Lingyan Chen Grade 12 Farrington High School Title… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:01:11Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-tokuda-seeks-study-establish-lahaina-national-heritage-area Rep. Tokuda Seeks Study to Establish Lahaina as a National Heritage Area 2024-05-02 2024 2024-05 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=7& scraper Washington, D.C. – To recognize Lahaina’s historical, cultural, and ecological value, Rep. Jill Tokuda (HI-02) introduced the Lahaina National Heritage Area Act yesterday, which would begin the process of potentially designating the Maui town as a National Heritage Area. The Lahaina National Heritage Area Act would direct the National Park Service, in consultation with state and local partners, to study the suitability and feasibility of this designation for Lahaina. “Lele, or Lahaina, as it became known, has always been a place of historic, cultural, and ecological importance. As we look to rebuild, this designation would make clear the need to renew and revive the tradition and culture of this place that once was home to aliʻi and served as the capital of the kingdom of Hawaii,” said Rep. Tokuda. “We need to do all we can to support community-driven efforts to recognize special places like Lahaina for generations to come, and this designation would allow the federal government to do its part through available matching funds.” National Heritage Areas are designated by Congress to support state and local conservation efforts through recognition, federal funding, and technical assistance. The National Heritage Area designation would unlock federal funding to help rehabilitate important sites, develop information tours, establish interpretive exhibits and programs, increase public awareness, or sponsor special events to highlight the area’s historic, natural and cultural heritage. "Lahaina town represents a deep and rich plethora of historical, cultural, and natural resources that clearly illustrate the heritage of Lahaina's community," said Maui County Mayor Richard Bissen. "We mahalo Representative Tokuda in her efforts to establish Lahaina as a National Heritage Area, which will support the delicate preservation of Lahaina's unique and diverse cultural fabric." "Mahalo for all the great efforts being done by Representative Jill Tokuda in steer heading this process at a national level to give reverence to La… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:12:30Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-tokuda-statement-house-passing-95-billion-foreign-aid-package Rep. Tokuda Statement on House Passing $95 Billion Foreign Aid Package 2024-04-20 2024 2024-04 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=7& scraper Washington, D.C. – Today, Rep. Jill Tokuda (HI-02) issued the following statement after the House passed more than $95 billion in foreign aid funding: “Today, after months of needless delay, the House finally voted to send critical security and humanitarian assistance to our allies and partners around the world. My votes today are about putting peace, democracy, and human rights at the center of our foreign policy. I am proud to stand with our Ukrainian partners who have waited far too long for additional U.S. aid to defend against Vladimir Putin’s illegal and brutal invasion. The future of European and trans-Atlantic security and democracy depends on our unwavering commitment to Ukraine and its self-defense. As one of Hawai‘i’s representatives to Congress, I also know that the funding provided to the Indo-Pacific today will send a clear signal to China and North Korea that we stand with our allies and partners against any efforts to upend regional peace and security. I also joined dozens of my colleagues in voting against additional offensive military aid to Israel as it plans future military operations in Rafah, the last refuge for over a million civilians. For months, I have called for an immediate ceasefire to stabilize and improve the humanitarian situation for over two million people on the brink of famine in Gaza. Like any nation, Israel has a right to self-defense, including after the heinous attacks by Hamas on October 7 and Iran’s recent attack on Israel. But we cannot continue to provide unconditional support for Israel’s conduct and prosecution of this war that has been marked by extraordinary levels of civilian casualties, especially of women, children, aid workers, and journalists, often inflicted by U.S.-provided weapons. We must forge a new path forward, one that creates real, lasting peace between Israelis and Palestinians and between Israel and its neighbors. It is clear to me now that we are at a critical inflection point. History will judge us – either for our complicity in creating a more … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T20:47:55Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-tokuda-applauds-federal-action-expand-background-checks-firearm-sales Rep. Tokuda Applauds Federal Action to Expand Background Checks for Firearm Sales 2024-04-11 2024 2024-04 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=7& scraper Washington, D.C. – Representative Jill Tokuda (HI-02) issued the following statement after the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives’ (ATF) announcement on final regulations to expand required background checks for firearm sales: “Too many people have bypassed background checks to obtain firearms and our people and communities have paid the price with their lives. Today we closed a dangerous loophole that allowed firearms to be sold and purchased online and at gun shows without a background check. The ATF’s newest regulations will keep guns out of the hands of people who should not own them, and it is an important step towards universal background checks. We must continue to act with urgency and I will not stop until we end gun violence and restore safety to our communities.” Rep. Tokuda has been a strong advocate for expanding background checks for firearms sales. In December 2023, she sent a letter to ATF alongside her colleagues on the Gun Violence Prevention Task Force, expressing strong support for the agency's efforts to finalize these “engaged in the business” regulations. Last year, she also helped introduce the Bipartisan Background Checks Act, common sense legislation to prevent dangerous individuals from acquiring a firearm and to require that every sale of a firearm include a background check. She also signed onto a discharge petition with 208 of her colleagues to force the bill to the floor for a vote. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T20:47:55Z
https://case.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=2347 Case Urges Federal Construction Of Transitional Housing For Maui Fire Victims 2024-04-10 2024 2024-04 Democrat House HI Ed Case C001055 case.house.gov case https://case.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27&Page=10 scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Congressman Ed Case (HI-01), a member of the House Appropriations Committee’s Subcommittee on Homeland Security, with oversight and funding responsibility over the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), today called on the federal agency to expand efforts to provide transitional housing for the thousands left homeless following the wildfires that devastated Lahaina last August. During a Subcommittee hearing this morning on the Fiscal Year 2025 budget of the Department of Homeland Security, which includes FEMA, Case urged Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas to build transitional houses instead of relying on relocating victims from hotels and other post-emergency dwellings to existing homes or apartments. Case said relying only on rehousing is extremely difficult given the severe shortage of homes on Maui that already existed before the disaster that left some 12,000 people homeless. During his questioning of Mayorkas, Case said “despite many positive areas of progress, the one missing piece is housing.” “The very unique circumstances of the Maui housing market make it very difficult for you to follow your standard approach” when it comes to assisting those who lose their homes through disasters. Case said that the Department of Homeland Security usually pursues both a rehousing and rebuilding approach, but in the case of Lahaina, FEMA has focused largely on trying to find housing in existing inventory which has negatively skewed the Maui ownership and rental market. “That is not going to be all of the solution here,” said Case. “You actually need some form of rebuilding to pull this off over time.” Case asked Mayorkas to accelerate consideration of FEMA building some transitional housing and/or the infrastructure necessary for homes on land made available by the State of Hawai‘i. He also asked Mayorkas to consider a waiver that would allow those victims previously disqualified for rehousing to be granted access to temporary housing. Case earlier met with Maui Mayor R… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T20:47:55Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-tokuda-applauds-fema-35-million-rebuild-maui-public-housing-after-fires Rep. Tokuda Applauds FEMA for $35 Million to Rebuild Maui Public Housing After Fires 2024-04-03 2024 2024-04 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=7& scraper Honolulu, HI – Today, Rep. Jill Tokuda (HI-02) commended the announcement from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) of more than $35 million in federal funding for the State of Hawaii associated with the August wildfires on Maui. The first award provides $20,891,921.32 to the state’s Public Housing Authority for damage to the nine buildings of the David Malo Circle housing facility. The second award will provide $14,120.421.86 in federal funding to the state’s Piilani Elderly Homes and Community Center. The Homes were comprised of three buildings. “There are few things more important than the security that comes with stable housing, a place you can call home. This federal funding will help rebuild facilities and create homes for residents who are still displaced nearly eight months after the deadly Maui fires,” said Rep. Tokuda. “I understand the urgency and remain strongly committed to helping Maui recover and rebuild and will continue to make sure Congress and our nation does not forget the collective responsibility it has to help our Maui ohana move forward.” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T20:47:55Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-tokuda-introduces-bill-increase-conservation-financial-assistance-farmers Rep. Tokuda Introduces Bill to Increase Conservation Financial Assistance for Farmers and Ranchers 2024-04-01 2024 2024-04 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=7& scraper Washington, D.C. – U.S. Representative Jill Tokuda (D-HI) introduced the bipartisan Eliminating Access Barriers to Conservation Act to promote the use of voluntary conservation practices among agricultural producers in high-cost localities. The bill would grant the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) the authority to eliminate payment caps for the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) in Hawaiʻi, Alaska, Guam, American Samoa, the Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands. EQIP is the USDA’s premier conservation program that assists farmers, ranchers, and forest landowners in implementing proven effective conservation practices on agricultural lands. The program provides technical and financial assistance to help producers improve water and air quality, reduce soil erosion and water runoff, increase soil health, and expand wildlife habitat. However, the current funding cap limits the effectiveness and reach of the program in higher cost, non-contiguous areas like Hawai‘i. “Agricultural production and the responsible stewardship of our natural resources go hand in hand,” said Rep. Tokuda, a member of the House Agriculture Committee. “But things cost more in Hawaiʻi, and I’ve met with countless farmers and ranchers across our islands who want to invest in sustainable agriculture practices to improve production but they need more resources to do so. My bill will give our local producers a fighting chance to be effective in both protecting our ‘āina and building resilience to market disruptions and the impacts of climate change.” “Hawai‘i’s ranchers are innovative and always looking for ways to improve their practices to leave the land better than they found it. The high cost of goods is a barrier for places like Hawai‘i, and removing the payment limitation through this Act will ensure that ranchers can get support on practices that are impactful on a large scale,” said Nicole Galase of the Hawaiʻi Cattlemen’s Council. The Eliminating Access Barriers to Conservation Act was co-intro… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T20:47:55Z
https://case.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=2342 U.S. House Approves $1.2 Trillion Funding Measure To Keep Federal Government Open 2024-03-22 2024 2024-03 Democrat House HI Ed Case C001055 case.house.gov case https://case.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27&Page=10 scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Congressman Ed Case (HI-01), a member of the U.S. House Appropriations Committee responsible for allocation of federal funding, announced that the U.S. House today passed, on a bipartisan vote of 286-134 a $1.2 trillion measure for the current fiscal year that prevents a partial shutdown of the federal government. The bill for Fiscal Year (FY) 2024, which includes the last six of Congress’ normal twelve annual appropriations bills, contains billions Case requested for Hawai‘i. It follows enactment last month of a $565 billion measure covering the first six of the normal twelve funding bills; see here. “Members of Congress on both sides of the aisle once again worked together to avoid a government shutdown and fund programs critical to our country, our state, our communities and our families,” said Case. “I don’t agree with parts of the measure, but on balance it is a bill that is good for our country and our Hawai‘i.” Some of the provisions of special interest to Hawai‘i and for which Case advocated throughout the FY 2024 appropriations process include: · $106 million to continue work to close the Red Hill fuel tank facility and remediate concerns related to the water crisis; · $5 million for U.S. Indo-Pacific Command’s Community Engagement Initiative to strengthen ties between the military and the local community; · $46 million for the Native Hawaiian Education Program; · $22 million for the East-West Center; · $1 billion for the Small Business Administration (SBA); · $27 million for the Women’s Business Centers Program; · $173 million for adult employment and training activities; · $320 million for Emergency Management Performance Grants; which support state and local emergency management agencies like the Hawai‘i Emergency Management Agency (HI-EMA); and · $12.3 billion for Head Start, an increase of $275 million. “I was also able to provide $1.4 million to fund a backup generator in case of a disaster or other emergency need for the Pali Momi Medical Center in ‘Aiea,” said… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T20:32:04Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-tokuda-votes-pass-second-government-funding-package-fiscal-year-2024 Rep. Tokuda Votes to Pass Second Government Funding Package for Fiscal Year 2024 2024-03-22 2024 2024-03 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=7& scraper Washington, D.C. — Today, U.S. Representative Jill Tokuda voted to pass the second and final package of government spending bills for Fiscal Year 2024, providing critical funding for federal programs that support working families in Hawai‘i and across the country. The package, which includes funding for roughly 70 percent of the federal budget, including the Department of Education, the Department of Defense, the Department of Labor, and the Department of Health and Human Services, passed by a vote of 286 to 134. “These two packages funding the federal government for Fiscal Year 2024 reflect bipartisan agreements that ultimately help address the cost of living, invest in our communities, support our working families, protect reproductive and LGBTQI+ rights, reinforce our national security and global leadership, and fight climate change,” said Rep. Tokuda. “Democrats successfully prevented the most harmful cuts and removed dozens of harmful policy riders proposed by Republicans to attack reproductive and LGBTI+ rights, ban diversity and inclusion programs, and undermine our efforts to tackle the climate crisis. We once again provided the votes necessary to keep government open and working for the people, and I will continue to ensure Hawai‘i’s priorities are met as we begin work on Fiscal Year 2025 appropriations.” The spending package included the last of Rep. Tokuda’s 15 Community Project Funding requests: $1,440,000 for Hāna Health to support facilities expansion activities. The rest of Rep. Tokuda’s requested projects were funded through the first appropriations package passed and signed into law two weeks ago. In total, Rep. Tokuda has helped secure over $134 million in direct funding for community projects across Hawai‘i’s Second Congressional District in her first year in Congress. Among the most significant victories for working families in Hawai‘i and across the country included in the package are: $21 billion for Child Care and Head Start programs, a $1 billion increase from last year; $18.4 billion… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T20:32:04Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-tokuda-and-colleagues-urge-congressional-leadership-include-supplemental Rep. Tokuda and Colleagues Urge Congressional Leadership to Include Supplemental Disaster Recovery Funds in Government Funding Deal 2024-03-13 2024 2024-03 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=7& scraper Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Jill Tokuda led a bipartisan group of 25 Members of Congress in urging Congressional leadership to include supplemental disaster recovery funds in the next package of government funding bills or the next legislative vehicle. “Communities across the country require additional support to sustain their recoveries,” wrote the Members. “Last October, President Biden submitted a supplemental appropriations request that included over $23 billion in disaster relief based on estimates of need in affected communities at that time. Since then, over a dozen additional major disasters have been declared across the country, illustrating how the needs have only grown.” “We know that the road to recovery is going to be a long and challenging one for our Maui ‘ohana,” stated Representative Tokuda. “In speaking and working with my colleagues, Democratic and Republican, representing disaster-affected communities across the country, I know we share many of the same needs. We cannot do this without federal support, and the sooner Congress provides that funding, the faster we can plan and provide some much-needed certainty on the way ahead for our people and communities.” Alongside Representative Tokuda, signatories of the letter include Representatives Doug LaMalfa, Katie Porter, David Valadao, Kevin Mullin, James Moylan, Steven Horsford, Elissa Slotkin, Jimmy Panetta, Ro Khanna, Dina Titus, Jared Moskowitz, Becca Balint, Al Green, Andrea Salinas, Darren Soto, Juan Vargas, Salud Carbajal, Sara Jacobs, Scott Peters, Val Hoyle, Linda Sánchez, Mike Levin, Ed Case, Terri Sewell, and Seth Magaziner. The full text of the letter can be found here. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T20:32:04Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-tokuda-leads-delegation-introducing-bill-extend-disaster-unemployment Rep. Tokuda Leads Delegation in Introducing Bill to Extend Disaster Unemployment Assistance 2024-03-11 2024 2024-03 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=8& scraper (Washington, D.C.) – Representative Jill Tokuda led the Hawaii congressional delegation in introducing the Hawaii Wildfire Disaster Unemployment Assistance Continuity Act to extend the availability of federal Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) benefits for residents impacted by the Maui wildfires. Following the major disaster declaration issued by President Biden, workers, business owners, and self-employed individuals who had been impacted by the wildfires could receive DUA benefits beginning the week of August 13, 2023. Eligible individuals included those who were unemployed or had their work hours reduced or interrupted as a direct result of the August 8th wildfires and could not otherwise qualify for regular unemployment insurance. DUA benefits expired on February 10, 2024. “DUA benefits have offered critical financial relief to workers whose opportunity to earn income or a paycheck had been severely impacted because of the devastating fires. Seven months later, I continue to hear from workers and families across Maui still trying to recover and rebuild their lives with no clear end in sight,” said Representative Jill Tokuda. “We’ve come a long way, but our people still require assistance and support. Extending these benefits is crucial to giving Hawaii workers and their families some breathing room as they get back on their feet.” “Life for the people of Maui is still nothing close to normal after the fires, and they need continued help from the federal government,” said Senator Schatz. “Extending the duration of Disaster Unemployment Assistance will provide them with much-needed financial support and stability as they get back on their feet.” “DUA benefits have been critical to many members of the Maui community as they continue to recover after the wildfires,” said Senator Hirono. “With much uncertainty still surrounding where people can live, work, or care for their families, it’s important we do everything we can to help ensure Maui’s communities have the support they need. I’m proud to join the … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T20:32:04Z
https://case.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=2341 Case Statement On The President's State Of The Union Address 2024-03-07 2024 2024-03 Democrat House HI Ed Case C001055 case.house.gov case https://case.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27&Page=10 scraper (Washington, DC) – Congressman Ed Case (HI-01) released this statement on President Biden’s State of the Union speech tonight: “President Biden delivered a very strong and direct State of the Union to the American people and to the world. He spoke honestly about the challenges American families face, the progress we’ve made, and the opportunities we have to advance much further together. “For me the best parts of his speech were in acknowledging this difficult time in our history, the forks in the road we face and the consequences of the choices we make, in calling on us all to seize the future together rather than retreat into the past, and in telling our friends and adversaries abroad that America will not walk away from our commitment to international leadership.” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T20:32:04Z
https://case.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=2336 House Approves $565 Billion Funding Measure To Keep The Federal Government Open 2024-03-06 2024 2024-03 Democrat House HI Ed Case C001055 case.house.gov case https://case.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27&Page=10 scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Congressman Ed Case (HI-01), a member of the U.S. House Appropriations Committee, announced that the U.S. House today passed, on a bipartisan vote of 339 to 85, a $565 billion measure for the current fiscal year that prevents a partial shutdown of the federal government. The bill for Fiscal Year (FY) 2024, which includes six of Congress’ normal twelve annual appropriations bills, contains billions in Case-requested assistance for Hawai‘i, including $49 million directed to fourteen specific needs under Community Project Funding (CPF). “Members of Congress on both sides of the aisle worked together to avoid a government shutdown and fund programs critical to our country, our state, our communities and our families,” said Case. Some of the provisions of special interest to Hawai‘i and for which Case advocated throughout the FY 2024 appropriations process include: • $1.4 billion to continue constructing a new dry dock at the Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility, Hawaii’s largest industrial employer with some 6,000 local employees. • $713 million, an increase of $13 million above FY 2023, for Violence Against Women Act programs. • Legislative language directing the National Institute of Standards and Technology to develop wildland-urban interface risk metrics to mitigate wildfire risks. • $22.3 million for the Native Hawaiian Housing Block Grant (NHHBG), which supports the building, acquisition and rehabilitation of affordable homes. • $33 billion for child nutrition programs, a $4.5 billion increase over FY 2023 for the National School Lunch Program, School Breakfast Program, Summer Food Service Programs and other important programs. • $4.8 million for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s State of the Birds Activities to help protect critically endangered birds that face potential extinction. • $3.1 billion for veterans’ homelessness programs. • $4.7 million for Japanese Confinement Site Grants and funding for the newly authorized Amache National Histori… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T20:32:04Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-approves-14-community-projects-secured-representative-tokuda-sends-them House Approves 14 Community Projects Secured by Representative Tokuda, Sends Them to the Senate for Final Passage 2024-03-06 2024 2024-03 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=8& scraper Washington, D.C. – Today, Representative Jill Tokuda voted to pass an appropriations package of six bills for Fiscal Year 2024 that includes 14 community projects she requested to support Hawai‘i’s Second Congressional District. The package, which includes funding for federal agencies such as the Department of Agriculture, the Department of Commerce, the Department of Transportation, and many more, passed overwhelmingly by a vote of 339 to 85. “I’m proud to have fought for and helped to secure over $133 million in Community Project Funding that will benefit communities across our district and state,” said Representative Tokuda. “These projects will support direct needs related to disaster resiliency, transportation, youth services, nutrition, and environmental protection. Working to bring home support is a team effort for our congressional delegation, and I am grateful for the collaboration that led to us securing project funding for our district.” The 14 projects championed by Representative Tokuda are: $1,050,000 to ‘Aha Punana Leo for the Hawaiian Immersion School Infrastructure Improvement Project $676,000 to Māla‘ai to replace the garden pavilion in Māla‘ai at Waimea Middle School $1,300,000 to Sustainable Moloka‘i for the Moloka‘i Food Hub Expansion Project $959,757 to the Hawai‘i Department of Land and Natural Resources for Deep Monitoring Wells in Wai‘alae East and Wai‘anae $1,500,000 to the Hawai‘i Land Trust for the Education and Cultural Learning Center Project at Waihe‘e Refuge $2,400,000 to the County of Maui for the Bus Transportation Base Yard Project $3,000,000 to Residential Youth Services and Empowerment (RYSE) to support the construction and renovation of facilities for at-risk homeless youth $625,000 to Island of Hawai‘i YMCA for the Community Center Expansion and Land Acquisition Project $1,526,031 to the County of Maui for the Haiku-Kauhikoa Water Tank Modernization Project $2,000,000 to Child and Family Service for the construction of the Hilo Community Crisis Services, Counseli… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T20:32:04Z
https://case.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=2335 Congress On The Verge Of Approving Compact Of Free Association (COFA) Agreements Vital To Relationship Between The United States And Pacific Island Nations 2024-03-04 2024 2024-03 Democrat House HI Ed Case C001055 case.house.gov case https://case.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27&Page=11 scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Congressman Ed Case (D-HI-01) said today that a five-year effort to renew agreements with the Freely Associated States (FAS) -the Republic of Palau, the Federated States of Micronesia and the Republic of the Marshall Islands - are included in the $460 billion federal funding measure now before the House for a critical vote this week. Case said while approval of the funding measure will prevent a partial government shutdown, the measure also includes provisions to extend federal benefits to FAS citizens who reside in the United States and its Territories in the Pacific. Those provisions are from the Compact Impact Fairness Act (CIFA), a bill co-introduced last year by Case and Congressman Steve Womack (R-AR-03) which, along with a companion measure by Senator Mazie Hirono, called for the restoration of a range of federal benefits that provide relief to states like Hawai‘i with large communities of FAS citizens. “It is fundamentally unfair for our federal government to ignore its obligations under the Compacts of Free Association (COFA) that are national in interest and scope and then impose the responsibility for providing basic services to FAS citizens on state and territorial governments,” said Congressman Case. “The CIFA provisions in the $460 billon funding measure will extend to FAS citizens the same basic federal benefits provided to other legal permanent residents and thus pay for basic services that the states and territories are now forced to provide themselves.” Case continued: “There is also no reason that federal law should distinguish between FAS citizens and other legal resident non-citizens in eligibility for these key social safety net federal programs. FAS citizens are important members of our communities that contribute to our economies and deserve the same support from our federal government. “The CIFA, which we first introduced in the 116th Congress (2019-2021), would correct this omission in the 1996 welfare reform law and ensure FAS citizens legally working and r… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T20:32:04Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-tokuda-announces-2024-congressional-art-competition-calls-submissions-high Rep. Tokuda Announces 2024 Congressional Art Competition, Calls for Submissions from High School Students 2024-03-01 2024 2024-03 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=8& scraper (Hawaiʻi) – Representative Jill Tokuda (HI-02) announced that her office is accepting submissions for the 2024 Congressional Art Competition and encourages participation from high school students across Hawaiʻi’s Second Congressional District to demonstrate their artistic talents. “Throughout Hawaiʻi, we have young, talented, artistic students who are eager to share their perspectives on the world and what is happening around them,” stated Rep. Tokuda. “Contests like the Art Competition are the perfect opportunity to invest in our students’ passions and to give them a chance to showcase their abilities and points of view – not only to our community – but our nation.” The winning artwork of our district’s competition will be displayed for one year in the U.S. Capitol’s Cannon Tunnel, which Members of Congress use every day as well as thousands of visitors. The winning artwork will also be featured on House.gov’s Congressional Art Competition page and Congresswoman Tokuda’s website and social media pages. In 2023, the winner of the Congressional Art Competition for Hawaiʻi’s Second Congressional District was Cailyn Omuro from Maui High School. Students interested in participating in the Congressional Art Competition should visit Rep. Tokuda’s website: tokuda.house.gov/services/art-competition to learn more about the submission process. All completed submissions are due by 5:00 pm HST on Friday, April 19, 2024. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T20:32:04Z
https://case.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=2328 Case, Womack Urge Immediate Congressional Approval Of Agreements Vital To Relationship Between The United States and Pacific Island Nations 2024-02-22 2024 2024-02 Democrat House HI Ed Case C001055 case.house.gov case https://case.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27&Page=11 scraper (Washington, DC) – U.S. Congressman Ed Case (D-HI-01) and U.S. Congressman Steve Womack (R-AR-03) are leading a bipartisan effort to urge U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson to endorse and facilitate approval by the U.S. Congress of their Compact of Free Association (COFA) Amendments Act of 2023 at the earliest opportunity. The two, both of whose serve on the U.S. House Committee on Appropriations, headed a letter (copy attached), co-signed by 46 other Democratic and Republican House members including many members of the Appropriations Committee, the House Foreign Affairs Committee, the House Natural Resources Committee on which Case also serves with jurisdiction over the Compacts, and the Pacific Islands Caucus which Case co-chairs, urging the Speaker to include the COFA amendments in the next available legislative vehicle. “Congress must approve the recently renegotiated Compacts of Free Association as soon as possible,” said Case. “The Compacts are central not only to our longstanding relationships with Palau, the Marshall Islands and the Federated States of Micronesia, but to our country’s standing in the broader Pacific. “The delay in providing Congressional approval is being used to sow doubt as to whether we can be trusted to stand by our commitments to our Pacific partners. The necessary legislative measure is fully vetted and ready for final approval in the House and should be approved now.” “The Compacts of Free Association got the bipartisan stamp of approval from the House Natural Resources Committee in November for a reason—these agreements are vital to our national security and our community in Northwest Arkansas,” said Womack. “The next step is House passage, and there’s no time to waste. We must immediately approve this crucial legislation to instill confidence in our ability to uphold our commitments to critical security partners, longtime friends, and allies.” The legislative vehicles immediately before the House and Senate in which Case and Womack and their colleagues are aiming to include t… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T20:21:00Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/representatives-tokuda-kiggans-lead-bipartisan-effort-invite-japanese-prime Representatives Tokuda, Kiggans Lead Bipartisan Effort to Invite Japanese Prime Minister Kishida to Address Congress 2024-02-16 2024 2024-02 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=8& scraper Washington, D.C. – U.S. Representatives Jill Tokuda (D-HI-02) and Jen Kiggans (R-VA-02) led 44 of their House colleagues in a bipartisan letter to the Speaker of the House of Representatives urging him to invite the Prime Minister of Japan, Fumio Kishida, to address a joint meeting of Congress during his upcoming official visit in April 2024. “For over seven decades, the U.S.-Japan alliance has been the anchor of a free and open Indo-Pacific,” the representatives wrote in the letter. “In this era of strategic competition, our alliance is more important than ever before in preserving regional peace and stability.” “The invitation for foreign dignitaries to address a joint meeting is one of the rarest honors the Congress reserves,” the letter continues. “Prime Minister Kishida’s upcoming official visit is an opportunity for the Congress to extend that honor and in doing so strengthen the critical U.S.-Japan alliance, emphasize our shared bonds, and demonstrate our enduring commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific.” The full letter can be found here. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T20:21:00Z
https://case.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=2324 Case Releases Guide To Federal Resources And Assistance To Prevent, Mitigate And Respond To Further Wildfires 2024-02-09 2024 2024-02 Democrat House HI Ed Case C001055 case.house.gov case https://case.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27&Page=11 scraper (Washington, DC) – Six months after the devastating Maui wildfires, U.S. Representative Ed Case (HI-01) today released a comprehensive guide to federal resources to assist Hawai‘i in preventing, mitigating and responding to continuing wildfire risks across the state. Case’s Hawai‘i Wildfire Prevention/Mitigation/Response: Guide to Federal Resources and Assistance (copy attached) identifies twelve key federal, state, county and non-government organizations responsible for wildfire risk and response, along with ten key existing federal programs offering financial and technical assistance. It also outlines specific further Congressional action items, from increased annual appropriations to greater military participation and changes to federal programs to improve federal participation and focus on specific needs. “For the last six months, I have joined my Hawai‘i Congressional delegation partners in fully focusing on assuring our federal government does all it can to respond fully at all levels to the tragic Maui wildfires,” said Case, a member of the U.S. House Committee on Appropriations and of its Subcommittee on Homeland Security with jurisdiction over operation and funding of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the federal government’s principal disaster prevention and response agency. “We have made good progress, including an estimated billion dollars of federal assistance spent or obligated to date, but this will be a continuing years-long effort. “But as critical as that effort will remain, it is equally critical to recognize that the Maui wildfires were not an isolated occurrence over the past decade-plus, as we have seen since above Mililani Mauka. They also exposed vulnerabilities in our preparedness for disaster across our state. “We must learn and act on the lessons of Maui now, including the immediate need to fully review where we face similar risks elsewhere in our state; identify, coordinate and mobilize resources for wildfire risk prevention, mitigation and response; and take full a… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T20:21:00Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-jill-tokuda-votes-expand-child-tax-credit-and-provide-targeted-tax-relief Rep. Jill Tokuda Votes to Expand Child Tax Credit and Provide Targeted Tax Relief for Maui Victims 2024-01-31 2024 2024-01 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=8& scraper (Washington, D.C.) – Representative Jill Tokuda voted to pass the bipartisan H.R. 7024, the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024, which passed the House with 357 votes. This bill is a significant step forward in reducing child poverty and would help families in Hawaiʻi and across the nation afford essentials like food, rent, and child care. The bill also includes an important provision based on legislation authored and supported by Rep. Tokuda to allow more disaster-affected individuals to claim a personal casualty loss by eliminating the requirement to itemize deductions and removing the 10 percent loss requirement to qualify. The measure would also exclude wildfire relief payments, as result of a federally declared wildfire disaster, from taxable income. The bill also fixes an issue caused by the Trump tax cuts that has harmed companies throughout Hawai‘i and the country seeking to invest in innovation. In cutting taxes for large corporations, the Trump tax cuts forced companies to cover certain research and development expenses, significantly increasing their tax burden. This bill would fix this issue and support businesses at the forefront of innovation and research. “I voted to pass the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act because while it should have gone even further to expand the Child Tax Credit, anything we can do to reduce child poverty will help families in Hawaiʻi and across the nation,” said Representative Jill Tokuda. “According to estimates, 48,000 keiki in Hawaiʻi benefit from the expanded child tax credit in the first year alone. That’s real money in a family’s pocket to cover essentials like food, rent, and childcare. “I am especially proud to see that the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024 includes an important provision I championed based on the Natural Disaster Tax Relief Act of 2023, which would help victims of the Maui fires and other natural disasters reduce their tax burden and penalties as they seek to recover and rebuild,” said … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T23:46:48Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-jill-tokuda-hi-02-andrea-salinas-or-06-introduce-bill-increase-mental Reps. Jill Tokuda (HI-02), Andrea Salinas (OR-06) Introduce Bill to Increase Mental Health Support for Firefighters 2024-01-23 2024 2024-01 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=8& scraper Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Jill Tokuda (HI-02) joined Rep. Andrea Salinas (OR-06) in introducing the Peer Support for Firefighters Act to expand access to mental and behavioral health care services for firefighters. “I am proud to join my friend and colleague, Rep. Salinas, in introducing this important bill to address the mental and behavioral health needs of firefighters. The Peer Support for Firefighters Act would ensure existing federal grants to assist firefighters can be used toward peer support initiatives and to provide mental health and substance abuse services,” said Rep. Jill Tokuda (HI-02). “Every day, firefighters put themselves in harm’s way to save lives and respond to crises, such as the devastating fires on Maui. Yet, their essential and difficult work often leaves a long-term impact that can increase their risk of mental illness, substance misuse, and suicide. This bill goes a long way to supporting the health and well-being of our brave firefighters so they, in turn, can continue keeping our communities safe.” “Firefighters put their lives on the line every day to protect our communities. Sadly, many firefighters and first responders suffer from depression, PTSD, suicidal thoughts, and other mental health issues due to the difficult and traumatic nature of their work,” said Rep. Salinas. “Peer support programs are a great tool for high stress professions like firefighting because they offer a chance to talk to someone who understands exactly what you’re going through. That’s why I’m so proud to introduce the Peer Support for Firefighters Act in Congress. My bill would establish the importance of peer support programs under federal law and ensure more firefighters can get the help they deserve.” A 2018 study reported that public safety personnel are five times more likely to suffer symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and depression than their civilian counterparts. Additionally, it is estimated that 30 percent of first responders will develop a behavioral health condit… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T23:46:48Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-jill-tokuda-announces-winner-congressional-app-challenge-second Rep. Jill Tokuda Announces Winner of the Congressional App Challenge for Second Congressional District 2024-01-18 2024 2024-01 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=8& scraper (Honolulu, Hawaiʻi) – Representative Jill Tokuda (HI-02) is proud to announce the winner of the 2023 Congressional App Challenge for Hawaiʻi’s Second District. “I am pleased to congratulate Mazzy McCloud as our winner of the 2023 Congressional App Challenge for Hawaii’s Second Congressional District and extend my sincerest gratitude to all students who have participated,” stated Rep. Jill Tokuda. “This year’s Congressional App Challenge showcased talented youth with a passion for creativity in coding and technology, and their great potential for future careers in STEM-related fields.” Mazzy McCloud, an 11th grader from Island Pacific Academy, earned first place for her app, “Capitals Quiz,” which she designed to test users’ knowledge on capital cities around the world. She was inspired to create this app because of her own passion for geography and coding. “Capitals Quiz is an interactive educational app designed by me to test users’ knowledge about the capital cities of all the countries in the world,” said Mazzy McCloud. “When launched, the app presents the user with the name of a capital city and prompts them to correctly identify its matching country in a drop-down menu. The user then is immediately shown if their answer was correct or incorrect, helping them learn and refine their knowledge. After ten incorrect answers, the game concludes. It's a fun challenging game to test your worldly knowledge.” Danielle Okimoto and Bostyn Tsukamoto, also enrolled in Island Pacific Academy, earned second place for their app, “Manor Escape Room.” This app is designed for users to exercise critical thinking and deductive skills across multiple rooms filled with numerous challenges. “The app will be a way for people to use critical thinking and deductive skills across multiple different rooms filled with numerous challenges,” said Danielle Okimoto and Bostyn Tsukamoto. “Our target audience are any kids or even adults that just want to play a fun game when they’re bored. They could spend an hour on it or five minutes. I… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T23:46:48Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/representative-jill-tokuda-applauds-united-states-department-agricultures Representative Jill Tokuda Applauds the United States Department of Agriculture’s Announcement to Review Food Price Data for the State of Hawai‘i 2024-01-18 2024 2024-01 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=8& scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Representative Jill Tokuda commended the announcement from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food and Nutrition Service to collect information on food price data for the State of Hawaiʻi as a whole. Tokuda led Members of the Hawaiʻi Congressional Delegation in highlighting the significant disparity between the cost of food on O‘ahu and in rural communities on the neighbor islands in Hawai‘i. The USDA currently uses food cost data from the City and County of Honolulu and does not account for the higher cost of food for those living in the other counties when evaluating the Thrifty Food Plan, which determines the maximum Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP ) benefit, for the state. Rep. Tokuda introduced legislation in July to separate the Thrifty Food Plan study in Hawai‘i between urban and rural communities, which would better account for the cost of local food and help more families in Hawai‘i afford healthy and nutritious food. “I am pleased that the USDA recognizes the gross miscalculation that has been occurring in only considering food costs in Honolulu,” said Rep. Jill Tokuda. “It has been unacceptable to me that SNAP benefits for Hawaiʻi have been calculated in a way that ignores every island other than O‘ahu which is contributing to a reduction of SNAP benefits for Hawai‘i families. When I fly throughout my district, I walk through grocery store aisles and see the higher prices and often empty shelves. Our ʻohana in the Second Congressional District deserve better, and I encourage the local food industry and research community to participate in the USDA’s Request for Information and submit comments on the price of food across our state.” The public can submit comments to the USDA online through the Federal eRulemaking Portal at http://www.regulations.gov; follow the online instructions for submitting comments electronically. Comments may also be submitted via email to fns.foodplans@usda.gov or mailed to: Kevin Meyers Mathieu, Economic Advisor, Nutr… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T23:46:48Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/representative-jill-tokuda-introduces-bipartisan-legislation-expand-workforce Representative Jill Tokuda Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Expand Workforce Training in Rural Communities 2024-01-18 2024 2024-01 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=8& scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, Representative Jill Tokuda introduced the bipartisan Creating Access to Rural Employment and Education for Resilience and Success (CAREERS) Act to address the skills gap and workforce shortage in rural communities. This legislation is co-led with Representative Nick Langworthy (NY-23). “Hawai‘i has one of the highest costs of living in the country, which means that too many of our people are getting priced out of paradise. We need sustainable career pathways that lead to well-paying jobs that make it possible for our people to work, live, and thrive in rural and remote America. I am pleased to co-lead the CAREERS Act with my colleague Rep. Nick Langworthy to expand workforce training programs and create career pathways in our rural communities. By providing grants in key sectors such as public utilities, child care, agriculture, health care, manufacturing, and more, we will strengthen rural America’s ability to support and uplift their communities and our nation as a whole,” said Rep. Jill Tokuda (HI-02). “Many businesses in rural areas, like those I represent in Western New York and the Southern Tier, are facing a challenge in finding skilled workers — resulting in too many vacancies and too few applicants,” said Congressman Langworthy (NY-23). “The CAREERS Act aims to close the skills gap by investing in pathway training programs and creating meaningful partnerships with private sector stakeholders across sectors — from manufacturing to healthcare. If enacted, this legislation will work to bolster rural economies and innovation, making them more competitive and sustainable well into the future.” Specifically, the CAREERS Act would: Allow the Secretary of Agriculture to allocate funds within the Rural Innovation Stronger Economy (RISE) Grant Program (Title VI of the Farm Bill) to support career pathway programs or industry or sector partnerships in key industry sectors, including public utilities (telecommunications, broadband, water, wastewater, disposal, and electric supply se… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T23:46:48Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-passes-fy24-national-defense-authorization-act-and-enacts-key-priorities House Passes FY24 National Defense Authorization Act and Enacts Key Priorities for Hawai‘i Led by Rep. Tokuda 2024-01-14 2024 2024-01 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=8& scraper (Washington, D.C.) – Today, Representative Jill Tokuda voted to pass the Fiscal Year 2024 National Defense Authorization Act. The bill, which the Senate passed earlier this week, passed with a 310-118 vote in the House and will be sent to the President’s desk to be signed into law. As a member of the House Armed Services Committee, Rep. Tokuda fought for and secured provisions that would advance key priorities for Hawai‘i, for service members and their families, and for national defense. “This year’s NDAA carries critical priorities to support Hawai‘i and the role we play in the Indo-Pacific region, and I will continue fighting above all to ensure that the Department of Defense understands and fulfills its responsibilities and obligations to the people of Hawai‘i” stated Representative Jill Tokuda. “While this is by no means a perfect bill, Democrats fought hard to remove far-right, extreme provisions that targeted health care for women, transgender service members, and the Department of Defense’s ability to recruit and retain a diverse workforce. This final product ultimately reflects Congress’s bipartisan commitment to support our service members and their families, stand by our allies and partners, invest in our domestic industrial base, and strengthen our national defense.” Select priorities secured and supported by Rep. Tokuda in this year’s NDAA are listed below. Fighting for Hawaii Requires an updated joint Housing Requirements and Market Analysis to comprehensively assess military housing needs and impacts on local rental supply in Hawai‘i. Directs an annual report on federal programs and research related to petroleum exposure in the context of the Red Hill fuel spill and a feasibility study on an epidemiological health outcomes study of individuals impacted by the Red Hill fuel spill. Requires the designation of a senior official to coordinate and lead negotiations with the State of Hawai‘i regarding military land leases. Directs the development of a master plan for the State of Hawai‘i to modern… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T23:46:48Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-jill-tokuda-announces-class-2028-nominees-united-states-service-academies Rep. Jill Tokuda Announces Class of 2028 Nominees to the United States Service Academies 2024-01-12 2024 2024-01 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=8& scraper Hawaiʻi – U.S. Representative Jill Tokuda (HI-02) announced the nomination of 11 Hawaiʻi students to U.S. military service academies for the Class of 2028. The academies will now consider the students’ applications for final selections. “I am honored to nominate an inspiring and dedicated group of young people to our nation’s military academies. Their strong commitment to service and to advancing our shared principles leaves me confident that they will represent Hawaiʻi with the highest honor,” said Rep. Jill Tokuda. “Growing up in one of the most strategic locations in the Indo-Pacific, these students possess a unique perspective that will allow them to contribute significantly to our nation in the future. I am eager to see what they accomplish.” Today’s announcement includes Rep. Tokuda’s nominations for the U.S. Naval Academy, U.S. Air Force Academy, the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, and the U.S. Military Academy. The U.S. Coast Guard Academy uses a separate application process. Rep. Tokuda convened a Congressional Military Service Academy Nomination Panel composed of notable service members from Hawaiʻi’s Second Congressional District to review applicants and provide feedback on those who would best represent Hawaiʻi and thrive in a Military Academy environment. Prospective students were measured on their scholastic achievement, leadership experience, school involvement, athletic and extra-curricular activities, community contributions, and volunteer or employment experiences. Nomination does not guarantee appointment. The nominees will be advanced for consideration by each academy’s director of admissions. Representative Tokuda’s Class of 2028 Academy Nominations are as follows: U.S. Naval Academy Jesse Baker— Maryknoll High School Lily Barrett— King Kekaulike High School Christopher Choy— Saint Louis High School Isaac Funtanilla— Waimea High School Novalee Lackey— Kalaheo High School Ryan Leclair— Leilehua High School Amelie Loomis— Kalaheo High School Michael Salehi— Saint Louis School U.S. … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T23:46:48Z
https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-jill-tokuda-visits-molokai-and-hilo-focused-services-veterans-and-access Rep. Jill Tokuda Visits Molokaʻi and Hilo Focused on Services to Veterans and Access to Healthcare and Mental Health Services 2024-01-08 2024 2024-01 Democrat House HI Jill N. Tokuda T000487 tokuda.house.gov tokuda https://tokuda.house.gov/media/press-releases?PageNum_rs=8& scraper (Honolulu, HI) – Representative Jill Tokuda had meetings and toured sites on Molokaʻi and in Hilo this week with a focus on veterans and access to healthcare and mental health services in our rural and remote communities. In Hilo, Rep. Tokuda toured the site of Hale Na Koa ‘O Hanakahi, a 92-unit affordable housing development for veterans and their surviving spouses. The site will include a community center and future plans include the addition of an outpatient clinic on the adjoining property. She later visited the Veterans Affairs Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) and a potential building site for a new, larger CBOC in Hilo. On Molokai, Rep. Tokuda met with the Molokaʻi Veterans Caring for Veterans Board to discuss the long-standing challenges they’ve faced in getting much-needed services for veterans to the island. “It breaks my heart when a veteran tells me the war is over, but they are still fighting—for recognition, for services, for the support they need and more than deserve,” said Representative Jill Tokuda. “We have a responsibility to take care of those who took care of us.” While in Hilo, Rep. Tokuda also toured the Legacy Hilo Rehabilitation and Nursing Center and met with the Hawaiʻi Provider Shortage Crisis Task Force to discuss various challenges, including staffing shortages and inadequate Medicare reimbursement to healthcare providers. During these meetings, Rep. Tokuda talked about her co-sponsorship and support for crucial legislation that can help to address some of the hardships providers are facing, including the Equitable Payments for Skilled Nursing Facilities Act of 2023, the Healthcare Workforce Resilience Act, the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Providers Act, and the Preserving Seniors’ Access to Physicians Act of 2023. On Molokai, Rep. Tokuda held a talk story with local advocates focused on increasing access to care, especially for kupuna and in the area of mental health and suicide prevention. Statistics have long shown that suicide rates have been higher on the… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T23:46:48Z

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