Mazie Hirono: “I think there are probably some ways that we can allow for these kinds of family members to come in”

I happen to be the only naturalized citizen sitting on this committee, and I am horrified by the implication that naturalized citizens basically get second-class citizenship.

It is more urgent than ever that Congress pass the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act.

I call up my amendment No. 2180 and ask that it be reported by number. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clerk will report. The legislative clerk read as follows: The Senator from Hawaii [Ms. Hirono] proposes an amendment numbered 2180 to…

With Hawaii being home to 40% of the country’s endangered and threatened plant species in the country, celebrating biodiversity and promoting environmental conservation is critical to uplifting our state’s history and culture.