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Brian Schatz
@brianschatz· Democratic · HI· Jun 24, 2026

“Right now, each time a disaster happens, communities in crisis are forced to wait for Congress to pass a disaster funding bill before HUD can help. Our provision changes the law so they no longer have to wait. As soon as a disaster…

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Brian Schatz
@brianschatz· Democratic · HI· Jun 24, 2026

It shouldn't take this long to return Native remains to their communities. Indigenous people have waited long enough. It's time for these museums and universities to stop the delays and finally do the right thing.

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Brian Schatz
@brianschatz· Democratic · HI· Jun 24, 2026

$600 million to build a ballroom at the White House. $100 million to build a triumphal arch. $250 million to renovate the Kennedy Center. And $60 million to host a UFC fight on the South Lawn of the White House. These are the things Donald…

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Brian Schatz
@brianschatz· Democratic · HI· Jun 24, 2026

I’m grateful to Secretary McMahon for working with us to protect this funding and will continue working every day to make sure Hawai‘i gets its fair share of federal dollars.

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Brian Schatz
@brianschatz· Democratic · HI· Jun 24, 2026

This is good news for Hawai‘i. This money helps thousands of young kids develop learning skills and gives local families more affordable child care options.

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Brian Schatz
@brianschatz· Democratic · HI· Jun 24, 2026

We’re going to continue working to make life more affordable and deliver federal resources to every part of the state.

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Brian Schatz
@brianschatz· Democratic · HI· Jun 24, 2026

It’s plainly obvious that the Donald Trump is distracted with things that have nothing to do with regular people’s lives.

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Brian Schatz
@brianschatz· Democratic · HI· Jun 24, 2026

It’s not hard to imagine a focused, energetic president who exerts his authority to make people’s lives better, easier, more affordable, more fulfilling.

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Brian Schatz
@brianschatz· Democratic · HI· Jun 24, 2026

More and more governments are recognizing that addictive social media platforms are causing real harm to kids.

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Brian Schatz
@brianschatz· Democratic · HI· Jun 24, 2026

These health centers are essential for keeping local families healthy.

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Brian Schatz
@brianschatz· Democratic · HI· Jun 24, 2026

Last week, after inflation reached the highest level in 3 years, he said, “I love the inflation.” And a few weeks ago, as a war of his own making was ravaging people’s paychecks, he said, “I don’t think about Americans’ financial…

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Brian Schatz
@brianschatz· Democratic · HI· Jun 24, 2026

I always appreciate the chance to hear directly from people across Hawai‘i about their priorities and concerns.

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Brian Schatz
@brianschatz· Democratic · HI· Jun 24, 2026

Mahalo to everyone who joined us today for a productive conversation.

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Brian Schatz
@brianschatz· Democratic · HI· Jun 24, 2026

Why are we spending $1 billion on a ballroom when gas is $4.53 nationally, and $5.64 in Hawai‘i?

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Brian Schatz
@brianschatz· Democratic · HI· Jun 24, 2026

Extreme weather is becoming more frequent and more severe in Hawai‘i and across the country, and it’s taking a huge toll on our infrastructure. Our bill will help ensure that federally-funded infrastructure is built to be more resilient to…

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Brian Schatz
@brianschatz· Democratic · HI· Jun 24, 2026

The UK is the latest example of a country stepping up to protect kids online.

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