This commitment represents real progress, but it is not the finish line.

As we approach three years since the Maui wildfires, our hearts remain with every family carrying the pain of that day.

No payment can replace a loved one or erase what survivors endured.

I didn’t set out to get into fights with people, I really just tried to do this job.

It just didn’t create a scenario in which another Democrat thought it made sense to run against us.

We were very present, and I think pretty competent and compassionate in our response, and we heard from a lot of people — both politicians and just people — that they appreciated that.

“Each of these leaders brings valuable experience, integrity and a deep commitment to public service,” said Governor Green.

“Kauhale like Hoʻokahi Leo improve lives while making smarter use of our public resources and they demonstrate how investing in housing strengthens Hawaiʻi.”

“When people have a stable place to live, surrounded by supportive services and a community that cares for them, they become healthier, spend less time relying on emergency systems and have the opportunity to rebuild their lives.

“Hoʻokahi Leo demonstrates what strong public-private partnerships can accomplish. The government provides the vision and investment; nonprofit organizations bring innovation and community expertise; and private industry helps deliver…

“Hoʻokahi Leo represents what is possible when we recognize that housing is healthcare,” said Governor Green.

A resilient Hawaiʻi is defined by sustainable systems.

Biking provides opportunities for community engagement, emissions reductions and cost-saving.

Support for our aging kūpuna and their caregivers is very personal to me.

AI presents fascinating opportunities for technological breakthroughs and has become a daily tool for many here in Hawaiʻi.

These are thoughtful, forward-looking investments that will have a lasting impact — and I am grateful to the Legislature and our many community partners for helping turn good ideas into meaningful action.

This legislative session shows what is possible when we stay focused on solving real problems and putting people first.

Together, we have enacted laws that will strengthen our communities, expand opportunity and improve the quality of life for people across Hawaiʻi.

If we want strong schools for our keiki, we have to support the people who make those schools work every day.

Protecting Hawaiʻi’s natural resources requires strong community partnerships and practical investments.

I often say that housing is healthcare. Community is also healthcare.

Protecting survivors and safeguarding the people of Hawaiʻi must remain at the heart of our work.

Hawaiʻi has been a leader in this fight for years.

It is more important than ever to preserve the health of our environment and ensure the health of our keiki.

It’s difficult to articulate just how important the ocean is to our people.