Jul 13, 2023
Mr. Chair, in closing, I just have one question to ask: What about us scares you? My grandfather, my father-in-law, and my brother all fought and risked their lives for this country. Yet, the sacrifices made by so many who feel…
Jill Tokuda
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Jill Naomi Tokuda is a member of the United States House of Representatives, representing Hawaii's 2nd congressional district since January 3, 2023. A member of the Democratic Party, Tokuda has a background in public service and education, which informs her legislative priorities. She has focused on issues affecting her constituents, including community safety and technological advancements. Her recent statements reflect a commitment to addressing urgent challenges facing Hawaii and the nation.
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Jul 13, 2023
Mr. Chair, I yield 1 minute to the gentlewoman from Virginia (Mrs. McClellan). Mrs. McCLELLAN. Mr. Chair, I rise in opposition to the amendment. First, let me just say, our diversity is our strength. The diversity of this country is our…
Jul 13, 2023
Mr. Chair, may I inquire as to how much time is remaining. The Acting CHAIR. The gentlewoman from Hawaii has 1\1/2\ minutes remaining.
Jul 13, 2023
Mr. Chair, I don't get this whole woke reference, but I am definitely awake after what I have heard on this floor today. During our markup, we heard repeatedly that the PRC and Russia--even today we heard it--they aren't spending their…
Jul 13, 2023
Mr. Speaker, for 140 years, Hawaiian Telcom has been keeping the people of Hawaii connected. Since the days of the Hawaiian Kingdom, when Archibald Scott Cleghorn, father of Princess Ka'iulani, chartered the Mutual Phone Company, loved…
Jul 13, 2023
Mr. Chair, I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentleman from South Carolina will be postponed. Amendment No. 34 Offered by Mr. Norman The…
Jul 13, 2023
Mr. Chairman, I rise in opposition to the amendment. The Acting CHAIR. The gentlewoman from Hawaii is recognized for 5 minutes.
Jul 13, 2023
Mr. Chair, you know, it has been said once already on this floor, but I don't think it can be said enough. If we ever, ever needed a reason to support DEI training, you need look no further than the debates, the antics that we have seen on…
Jun 22, 2023
Madam Speaker, 17-year-old Richianna Deguzman was supposed to start her first job this week. Instead, she is on life support fighting for her life because of a senseless and tragic act of gun violence. While Hawaii has some of the…
May 25, 2023
Madam Speaker, in 7 days, our country will face one of the greatest self-inflicted threats to national security in our lifetime. In 7 days, our country faces default while House Republicans continue to play partisan political games with…
May 24, 2023
Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of my bill, the Keep Kupuna Fed Act. According to the most current data from the USDA, 1 in 10 kupuna, or senior citizens, are experiencing hunger and food insecurity. SNAP has played a critical role in…
May 23, 2023
Madam Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Iam Tongi, a proud son of Kahuku, on winning season 21 of ``American Idol.'' A fellow child of the Windward side, a ``keiki,'' ``child'' of Ko'olauloa, Iam is the first Hawaii-born and Pacific…
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