Mazie K. Hirono

More than 50 years ago, Title IX was signed into law, advancing equity and creating countless opportunities for women to thrive in the classroom, on the field, and in their workplace. But instead promoting diversity in education…

For thousands of students in Hawaii and millions of students across the country, Pell Grants have helped to make higher education more affordable. But as costs continue to rise, it is becoming increasingly more difficult for students to…

The need for this research has never been greater. Wildfires, drought, and forest health crises are straining federal, state, and local resources. Forest Service R&D provides the science that allows for […] more resilient forests.

Forest Service R&D advances science, technology, and innovation to improve the health and use of our Nation's forests and grasslands. These advances are critical for addressing the escalating challenges facing America’s forests…

Sustained and enhanced funding for Forest Service R&D and staff is essential to maintaining this scientific capacity. Without it, land managers will lack the tools and information needed to protect lives, property, and natural resources in…

“The State of Hawaii and the U.S. islands across the Pacific Ocean are home to forests with hundreds of native species found nowhere else in our country. For 70 years, The Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry has conducted research and…

I could not in good conscience vote to advance a bill that paves the way for an up to 40% increase in year-over-year Department of Defense spending, especially as this administration wages an illegal war in Iran with no plan or end in…

I could not in good conscience vote to advance a bill that paves the way for an up to 40% increase in year-over-year Department of Defense spending, especially as this administration wages an illegal war in Iran with no plan or end in…

Our nation’s strength depends not only on our military power, but also on the economic well-being of our people.

I could not in good conscience vote to advance a bill that paves the way for an up to 40% increase in year-over-year Department of Defense spending, especially as this administration wages an illegal war in Iran with no plan or end in…

Everyone deserves access to mental health care that is culturally informed and linguistically appropriate, and I’m proud to lead this resolution that calls on us all to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health and raise awareness about…

As Hawaii families continue to struggle under the Trump regime’s cost of living crisis, it’s critical we fight to boost our state’s economy.

Hawaii on the Hill has always been about bringing Hawaii's voice directly to Washington, and this year's 10th annual event was our most impactful yet.

As this regime continues to attack scientific research at every turn, I will continue fighting for facilities including IPIF that work every single day to ensure that our native forests have a future.

With suicide rates among Native Hawaiians in Hawaii being close to double the national average and mental health treatment utilization among Asian Americans remaining alarmingly low, it’s clear our AANHPI communities need more mental…

“Every May, Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander communities come together to remember the challenges we have overcome and our many contributions that have shaped our country. Despite the Trump regime’s relentless attacks on…

"But this regime is not interested in helping millions of students get degrees," said Senator Hirono.

Mr. Secretary, is slavery a partisan ideology?

Where are we in terms of how many employees you have?

I find it totally unacceptable that you don’t know what’s going on in your own department.

At a time of mounting global instability, the alliance between our two nations is more vital than ever.

I look forward to welcoming Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi to Washington, D.C., as we continue to strengthen our partnership.

This illegal war is driving up costs, undermining readiness, and alienating our allies with neither a clear rationale for starting this war, nor an exit strategy.

Did you order the review to support a potential decision to overturn the policy of having women in combat roles?

Forty years ago, Congress created MSI programs on a bipartisan basis, recognizing the hardships many minority groups have faced in higher education. But this regime is not interested in helping millions of students get degrees.