Jill Tokuda: “Establishing a National Heritage Area for Lahaina would go a long way in supporting the community's efforts to preserve…”

Thank you, Mr. Chair. You know, while this hearing may be slightly different from others that have attended hearings here in the state legislature and the city council, and there is no formal period for public comment, we want to be able…

I am very humbled and honored and grateful to be a part of this community as the Representative but really very blessed that we have these leaders here today.

Our Hawaii Government Employees Association calls the President's action a direct attack on working Americans. That is why I stand firmly with our union ``ohana'' ``family'' across the country in rejecting these union-busting efforts and…

As we continue our work to meet these urgent needs, we must never forget that Lahaina is not Lahaina without her people.