Political Quotes

“While no amount of money can undo the pain and devastation caused by the Lahaina fire, this decision helps honor the purpose of the settlement: to support survivors, rebuild lives and strengthen Maui’s long-term recovery.

We increased our real-world readiness — updating emergency siren protocols, re-establishing the State Fire Marshal, and deploying wildfire and wind sensors statewide for early alert capabilities.

This lawsuit threatens that commitment. I have directed the Department of the Attorney General to vigorously defend the Hawaiian Homes program. We will fight this lawsuit with everything we have.

The legislative measures signed into law today demonstrate the future of Hawai‘i, helping to diversify our local economy, protect our environment and put our people on an international stage.