Yes, I do think it's achievable.

Are you talking about the ARRA?

Do you think this partnership should be made permanent because right now it is a pilot program?

It was a one shot deal.

We have the diplomatic approach, which is the carrot and carrot approach, where everybody wins.

Who was one of my great inspirations for this diplomatic approach? Because we have a choice.

My approach is to advocate the diplomatic approach, which is symbolized by this wampum belt.

the whole idea is to break through the silos?

Therefore, the recent droughts on Maui and Hawaii, in particular, are beginning to draw attention to the fact that one size does not fit all across the archipelago.

Thank you very much.

The cultural aspects of how the people of Hawaii feel about our environment are very unique.

this continual fire borrowing is very detrimental.

it would help if everything were, sort of, put in one place

In line with that comment we have huge infrastructure needs throughout our country to the tune of trillions. We need to address those.

the partnership with the Federal Government becomes even more important.

I think that there are huge opportunities in Hawaii for the application of those funds.

I would like to start by thanking the Committee Chair, Senator Lisa Murkowski, and Ranking Member, Senator Maria Cantwell, for recognizing the importance of this issue for Hawaii and scheduling this field hearing.

Yes, thank you for pointing that out.