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A New Bill In DC To Take On Cockfighting Still Can’t Get Backing From Hawaii Lawmakers
Bipartisan legislation introduced in the House and Senate aims to give law enforcement more tools to take on illegal animal fighting.
Nick Grube/Civil Beat/2022
Two Hawaii Lawmakers View The Debt Ceiling Differently
Sen. Brian Schatz wants the debt ceiling raised without concessions. Rep. Ed Case says now is the time to take action on the fiscal health of the nation.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
US Rep. Jill Tokuda Invites Farmers To Have Their Say On Federal Farm Bill
The congresswoman will hold meetings across the state next week to hear the concerns of farmers and ranchers.
Nick Grube/Civil Beat/2023
Schatz Leads Effort To Ban Kids Under 13 From Using Social Media
The Hawaii senator introduced bipartisan legislation to regulate who can use platforms such as Instagram, TikTok and Twitter as part of an effort to bolster online child safety.
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Congress Is Moving To Crack Down On Cockfighting. Will Hawaii’s Delegation Help?
A new bill that would help law enforcement take on illegal animal fighting in the U.S. has bipartisan support.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
US Rep. Jill Tokuda Refuses To Take Corporate PAC Money. Does It Matter?
The first-term congresswoman doubled down on her campaign pledge in a recent fundraising email. Experts say it’s all about political messaging.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
Hirono Plans Another Run For US Senate
If she wins reelection, the Hawaii senator will be in her 80s by the end of her next term.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
Hirono Will Lead Subcommittee With Oversight Of Red Hill
The Hawaii senator has made defueling the WWII era tanks a priority ever since a 2021 leak sickened thousands on Oahu.
Nick Grube/Civil Beat/2023
No Longer At Odds: Tokuda Hosts Green In DC For Biden Speech
It is Green’s first trip to Washington since being sworn in as Hawaii’s governor.
Nick Grube/Civil Beat/2022
Analysis: Schatz, Hirono Secured More Earmarks Than Most
Hawaii’s senators obtained hundreds of millions of dollars in federal funds for special projects in the islands, including major upgrades to military infrastructure.