11th annual event features local artists, interactive art project, Legislators' art contest and more! WHO: Hawai‘i State Senators and Representatives WHAT: 11th Annual Art at the Capitol WHEN: Friday, April 5 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. WHERE: Hawai‘i State Capitol The public is invited to attend the 11th annual Art at the Capitol on Friday, April 5 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the State Capitol. At this festive and free event, visitors are welcome to view the works of public art that are displayed in the offices at the State Capitol. The theme this year, “The Capitol is Art,” reflects on the art aspects of the building and focuses on the 50th Anniversary of the Capitol itself. Art at the Capitol begins with the opening program at 4:30 p.m. in conference room 329 that includes an introduction of artists and special guests. Self-guided tours start at 5 p.m. and the galleries of the Senate and House will be open to view videos about various art objects at the Capitol as well as about the building of the Capitol in 1969. Throughout the evening, music will be performed by the Hawai‘i Youth Symphony. The program ends at 7 p.m., however the public is invited to continue the celebration of local art and music just across the street at the Hawai‘i State Art Museum, which will be open until 9 p.m. Art at the Capitol was begun by Senator Brian Taniguchi 11 years ago and developed as an extension of the “Art in Public Places” program sponsored by the State Foundation on Culture and the Arts. For photos and videos of previous Art at the Capitol events: www.facebook.com/artatthecapitolhawaii http://www.youtube.com/ArtAtTheCapitolHI #artatthecapitol #senatortaniguchi #HawaiiStateArtMuseum #hawaiiyouthsymphony #Hawaiiart

The Ko`olaupoko Hawaiian Civic Club was established in 1937 and brought together many families throughout the windward coast to celebrate and preserve our Hawaiian heritage. It is one of the largest civic clubs in the Association of Hawaiian Civic Clubs, and the largest Hawaiian community organization in the windward district, primarily in the Kāne`ohe bay region. The association honored Ko`olaupoko Hawaiian Civic Club at its recent convention with the Prince Jonah Kuhio Kalaniana`ole Award, considered the most prestigious award given to a civic club for its dedication towards their mission and its accomplishments. The association also honored Clifford and Teri Loo of the Ko’olaupoko Civic Club as the 2018 Pualeilani award outstanding civic club ‘ohana of the year. They devoted their time to help coordinate the monthly cleanings for the Royal Mausoleum known as Mauna’ala with Oahu Hawaiian Civic Clubs. Today, we honored their hard work, dedication, and effortless contribution to the community they love and forever holds in their hearts. Club President, Aunty Alice Hewett First Vice-President, Leialoha "Rocky" Kaluhiwa Former President, Mahealani Cypher Treasurer, Nancy Davlantes Corresponding Secretary, Teri Loo. Honoree, Clifford Loo Also, joining us in the gallery is recording secretary, Cheryl Prince. Among its founding members were renowned hula master Aunty Kauʻi Zuttermeister, George Keʻehukulani Cypher, George Houghtailing, Johnny Townsend, Isaac Kanakanui, and Solomon Halualani. Its membership numbered in the thousands during those early days, when each of the founding members enlisted Hawaiians and “Hawaiians at heart”. According to some of the club’s elders, active members came from all over the windward side, from Makapuʻu to Waimea Bay. Today, the Civic Club continues its effort to support the culture and heritage of Native Hawaiians through its educational and service programs, community outreach, and participation in the Association of Hawaiian Civic Clubs. Membership in the club is open to all Native Hawaiians and to those who are “Hawaiian at heart”. A “Hawaiian at heart” is defined as someone of non Hawaiian ancestry who loves our islands, our culture, and our native people. Dues are nominal, and the club’s range of activities include field trips and outings to cultural sites, workshops, informational and educational meetings, participation in various community events, service projects, picnics, social gatherings, and the monitoring and advocating of legislative happenings that benefit (or hurt) Native Hawaiians and our koʻolaupoko community. In addition to monthly meetings and activities, club members take time to mālama – care for – Mauna ʻAla (Royal Mausoleum), the Lunalio crypt at Kawaihaʻo Church, Haiku Valley, Kawaʻewaʻe Heiau in Kāneʻohe, and Kukuianiani Heiau in Waikane. The Koʻolaupoko Hawaiian Civic Club is a member club of the Oʻahu Council of the Association of Hawaiian Civic Clubs. #KoʻolaupokoHawaiianCivicClub #hawaiianlegacy #AliceHewett #LeialohaRockyKaluhiwa #mahealanicypher #nancydavlantes #teriloo #cliffordloo #cherylprince #HawaiianCivicClub #kauizuttermeister #georgecyper #georgehoughtailing #johnnytownsend #isaackanakanui #solomonhalualani #hawaiisenate #hawaiisenatemajority

Gov. David Y. Ige today announced the state’s participation in the Girls Go CyberStart Initiative, which encourages young women to explore the cybersecurity and computer science fields. The initiative gives girls, grades 9-12, the opportunity to solve challenges presented in the 2019 Girls Go CyberStart program, sponsored by the SANS Institute and the State of Hawaiʻi. “This is an excellent opportunity for our young women to learn more about cybersecurity and computer science and to explore potential careers in these male dominated fields,” said Gov. David Ige. “Cybersecurity is an evolving field with many opportunities for specializations within this broad area, and women are an underrepresented group. I would love to welcome the young ladies of Hawaiʻi to join me in this exciting field,” said Jodi Ito, University of Hawaiʻi Chief Information Security Officer. Participating students and their teachers do not need previous experience in or knowledge of information technology or cybersecurity. However, a computer and an Internet connection are required. The program is free for schools and students. “We need more women in the cybersecurity workforce, and there is no better way to get young women engaged than the CyberStart Program,” said Vincent Hoang, Office of Enterprise Technology Services Chief Information Security Officer. “Computer Science gives our students the foundation needed for 21st century careers, and the engaging Girls Go CyberStart competition will allow them opportunities to hone their skills in real-world scenarios,” said Department of Education Superintendent Dr. Christina Kishimoto. “With the importance of cyber security today, these CyberStart Games play a vital role in educating and challenging our leaders of tomorrow,” said Maj. Gen. Joe Logan, State Adjutant General. Participants use the CyberStart Game, an online series of challenges that allow students to act as cyber protection agents – solving cybersecurity-related puzzles and exploring exciting topics such as cryptography and digital forensics. High schools with at least five team members who master six or more challenges will win access to the full CyberStart Game for their entire school. Winning schools will then extend the competition to include male students for the remainder of the school year. Students will also have the opportunity to win individual cash prizes and cash prizes for their schools. This year, at least 10 Hawaiʻi high school girls will each receive $500 scholarships to help them pay for college. Last year, the program provided the opportunity for 6,650 young women in 16 states to discover and demonstrate their aptitude for cybersecurity. In Hawaiʻi, 329 students from 23 high schools participated in the pilot program. Kalani High School placed first in the state, and tenth in the nation. ʻAiea High School placed second and Kalani High School placed third in the games. Registration for Girls Go CyberStart continues through March 20, 2019, when the games begin. Register online at girlsgocyberstart.org To see the types of challenges the students will face in the games, please visit https://go.joincyberstart.com/ #CYBERSECURITY #GirlsGoCyberStart #JodiIto #VincentHoang #ʻAieaHighSchool #CyberStartGame #JoeLogan #DavidIge

Gov. David Ige has appointed Leo R. Asuncion, Jr. to the Public Utilities Commission. Asuncion currently serves as planning program administrator for the state’s Office of Planning, overseeing the overall management, administration and operations of the Planning Division. He also served as director and interim director of the Office of Planning from 2015 – 2018. Previously, Asuncion was a senior regulatory analyst and senior integrated resource planning analyst at Hawaiian Electric Company; a project planner/manager at SSFM International, Inc.; a planner for the Planning and Program Evaluation Division at the Hawai‘i State Judiciary; and a state planner at the State Land Use Commission. “Leo’s wealth of knowledge and experience will be an asset to the Public Utilities Commission. I have the utmost confidence that he will serve the State of Hawai‘i well,” said Gov. Ige. “I’m honored that Gov. Ige named me to the Public Utilities Commission, and I look forward to bringing my expertise and knowledge to the PUC to ensure that the public’s interest is upheld in PUC matters,” said Asuncion. Asuncion replaces Randy Iwase, who retired at the end of last year. Other commissioners include Jennifer Potter and James Griffin, who was appointed PUC chair in January. Asuncion’s appointment is subject to Senate confirmation. #PublicUtilitiesCommission #hawaiisenatemajority #LeoAsuncionJr

(Honolulu) – During a ceremony today at the Hawai‘i State Capitol, Governor David Ige proclaimed February as Hawai‘i Invasive Species Month. This long-standing recognition is intended to bring additional attention to the issue of invasive species. Simultaneously five individuals and four organizations were recognized by the Governor and legislative leaders as Hawai‘i Invasive Species Committee Most Valuable Players for 2019. The Hawai‘i island MVP award was presented to Patrick Merritt of the East Hawai‘i Cacao Association. As president of the association, Merritt, has focused on promoting cacao and its farmers. When an association member reported a sick tree, Merritt went out to investigate. He captured an insect that was identified by state Dept. of Agriculture (HDOA) experts as an Australian longhorn beetle which attacks cacao and other important Hawaiian plants. After learning the beetle’s identification Merritt conducted his own research and then shared information with farmers and other agencies. While there’s not a treatment yet for eliminating this pest, cacao farmers are now vigilant and are trying to trap beetles before they lay eggs. The Maui County MVP award went to Megan Powers a respected member of an organic farming community in an off-the-grid area on Maui’s north shore. The Maui Invasive Species Committee first encountered Megan four years ago when Little Fire Ants (LFA) were reported on her property. Megan has become an earnest advocate for the need to control the invading ants as well as an advocate for the overall work of the invasive species committee. She’s testified at public meetings and has helped organized community-led working groups which include invasive species committee participation. Kaua‘i Counties MVP award goes to Tim Flynn of the National Tropical Botanical Garden. Flynn has made enormous contributions to the understanding and management of invasive plants on Kaua‘i. He is considered an irreplaceable source of information on the conservation of biodiversity. Flynn has been a member of the Kaua‘i Invasive Species Committee since its founding and has helped steer committee efforts toward evidence-based decision making. He emphasizes a big picture view to help fill gaps in Kaua‘i’s invasive species management practices. Recognized as an expert botanist on Kaua‘i and other Pacific island plants, Flynn has gathered thousands of alien plant species over the course of four decades of field work. Managers often review his detailed records and personal memory to gain understanding of starting points when dealing with new invasive species threats. Without his records of alien plant collections, early detection and eradication programs on Kaua‘i would be starting from scratch. Oahu MVP is Pauline Sato, the executive director of the Mālama Learning Center. Working closely with HDOA through a grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Sato has been instrumental in heightening awareness about the Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle (CRB) across West O‘ahu. She continues to encourage residents to take actions to reduce the habitat for the invasive beetles. Her organization’s outreach to the community and schools has made the impacts of CRB, how to report damage, and how to prevent spread an important part of the overall program to stop CRB in its tracks. Business Leader award is also involved in collaborative efforts to eradicate CRB. Kamehameha Schools has used a multi-pronged approach to address infestations of CRB on lands it leases. This work has included fostering relationships between lease holders and the CRB Eradication Project; working with the project to identify new methods and control means for infestations on school properties; and engagement in the development and funding of a comprehensive green waste management plan for mitigation of CRB. Greatest Hit award went to Daniel Kapalikūokalani-Maile for his help in detecting Myoporum thrips on O‘ahu. After Kapalikūokalani-Maile spotted suspected Myoporum thrips in the Kalihi-Kapalama area he reported it online, which then launched an effective rapid response. His reporting is credited with stopping a widespread outbreak of these damaging pests to critical native Hawaiian dryland ecosystems. Currently isolated, infested plants are being removed and preventative measures to stop further infestation have been taken. Prior to his report this pest had never been detected on O‘ahu and his reporting is credited with stopping an island-wide infestation. Community Hero award is a multi-organizational award to Kako‘o ‘Oiwi, Hui o Ko‘olaupoko, and Paepae o He‘eia. These groups have worked collaboratively to remove massive amounts of mangroves from the He‘eia watershed on O‘ahu. Singled out from each organization, Kanekoa Kukea-Schultz (Kako‘o ‘Oiwi), Kristen Nalani Kane (Hui o Ko‘olaupoko), and Hi‘ilei Kawelo (Paepae o He‘eia) created synergistic efforts to provide a cultural connection and an outlet for area residents to help conduct mangrove removal, native outplantings, and fish pond restoration. The work they’ve done, with very small staffs, has created more community space for residents of the area. #PatrickMerritt #DepartmentofLandandNaturalResources #LittleFireAnts #HawaiiInvasiveSpeciesMonth #MeganPowers #TimFlynn #PaulineSato #MālamaLearningCenter #DanielKapalikūokalaniMaile #HawaiiInvasiveSpeciesMonth

Gov. David Ige today recognized ten first responders from the City and County of Honolulu who saved the life of a Kāhala man who collapsed at Waimānalo Beach Park while taking out-of-town guests sightseeing last June. A good Samaritan alerted Ocean Safety personnel at their lifeguard station nearby. The lifeguards rushed to Stephen Bischoff’s side and started cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Firefighters were soon on the scene to assist before Emergency Medical Services personnel arrived. EMS personnel continued CPR and worked to stabilize Bischoff, whose heart stopped three times. “The quick action, professionalism, persistence and exceptional teamwork by lifeguards, EMS personnel and firefighters saved Stephen Bischoff’s life,” said Gov. Ige. “We owe a debt of gratitude to all of our first responders who are dedicated to saving lives, protecting and helping our residents and visitors across the state.” Gov. Ige presented commendations to: Honolulu Ocean Safety Makena Hart Noa Spencer Capt. Charlie Oliveri Emergency Medical Services Paramedic Yvonne Nelson EMT Wesley Helm Honolulu Fire Department, Engine 27, Waimanalo Capt. Todd Hugo Cyrus Ka‘ahanui Michael Seeger James Senda Keenan Gutierrez #GovernorIge #OceanSafety #CPR #StephenBischoff

Gov. David Ige has appointed Phyllis Shimabukuro-Geiser as the Hawai‘i Board of Agriculture chairperson. Glenn Muranaka is appointed as deputy to the chair. Shimabukuro-Geiser was designated acting chairperson for the Board of Agriculture last month. She has also served as deputy to the chairperson since 2015. Shimabukuro-Geiser is a long-time advocate of agriculture, having worked at Mikilua Poultry Farm, Inc. in Waiʻanae where she served as vice president and administrative fiscal assistant. She was also vice president of Associated Producers Corp. in Honolulu. “Phyllis has been instrumental in moving the department forward in our efforts to increase local food production,” said Gov. Ige. Muranaka retired from Meadow Gold Dairies after a 45-year career at the company. He started as a statistical clerk in 1972 and wrapped up his career after more than 20 years as Meadow Golds’ president and general manager. Muranaka led diversity initiatives and created a climate for creativity and increased innovation. Muranaka was inducted into the Hawai‘i Food Industry Association’s Hall of Fame. He is also the recipient of the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources’ 2018 Ka Lei Hano Heritage Award. “Glenn has been a proven leader in agriculture and he will be an asset to the department,” Ige said. Both appointments are subject to Senate confirmation. #shimabukurogeisser #glennmuranaka #PhyllisshimabukuroGeiser #meadowgolddairies #BoardofAgriculture #governorige #hawaiisenate

(Honolulu) – Maintenance workers with the Dept. of Land and Natural Resources begin the process today of cleaning up from the weekend’s powerful winter storm. Heavy surf and high winds broke nine vessels away from their off-shore moorings on Maui and Molokai. At the Lahaina Small Boat Harbor on Maui six boats ended up on rocks on the shoreline. Two boats came ashore in Kihei one on Molokai. The DLNR Division of Boating and Ocean Recreation (DOBOR) requires all mooring permittees to maintain their moorings and to have insurance to help facilitate the safe removal of the crafts. Waves inundated the parking lot at the Hale‘iwa Small Boat Harbor late Sunday afternoon, but there was no damage and the water has receded. State parks on Kaua‘i got the brunt of damaging winds. At Koke‘e and Waimea Canyon State Parks strong winds brought down numerous trees, power, and telephone lines. A waterline was severed when a tree fell on it, and 150,000 gallons drained from the park’s main tank. Power is currently out in the parks and without it pumps are inoperable and eventually the tank could run dry. The leak has been identified and isolated and repairs are beginning. Carswell, Camp Sloggett and the Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement (DOCARE) cabin are currently without water. The Ka‘iwi tidepools trail remains closed due to continued dangerous sea conditions. Vehicle access into the Ka‘ena Point State Park Reserve on the Mokulēʻia side remains closed to give the road a chance to dry out. Hikers and bikers are allowed in the park which is the gateway to the Ka‘ena Point Natural Area Reserve at O‘ahu’s most northwestern point. On the Keawa‘ula side the road is now reopened to the third dip in the road. It is filled with water and as soon as it drains the entire road will reopen. Elsewhere on Kaua‘i, wind blew the roof off the Russian Fort Elizabeth comfort station and crews are in the process of fixing it. One half of the Fern Grotto trail in Wailua River State Park is closed because of fallen trees and crews are also working to clear it. No damage has been reported so far by the DLNR Division of State Parks on O‘ahu, Maui, Molokai and Hawai‘i island. Some parks, that closed in advance of the storm will likely reopen soon, though crews are still assessing any damage or safety issues. Please check the DLNR Division of State Parks website for updates: http://dlnr.hawaii.gov/dsp/ The DLNR Division of Historic Preservation (SHPD) has not received any reports of iwi kapuna (ancestral remains) being uncovered along coastlines impacted by unprecedented wave run-up but anticipate getting them as water begins receding. Please report any findings to SHPD at 808-692-8015. The division reminds people that disturbing any iwi kupuna is potentially a criminal violation and is considered culturally disrespectful. # # # #dlnr #stateparks #smallboatharbors #maui #molokai #oahu #honoulu #kauai #ferngrotto #wailuariverstatepark

Gov. David Ige issued a supplementary emergency proclamation that extends the disaster emergency relief period for homelessness. The emergency proclamation aims to accelerate the completion of housing projects for individuals and families who are transitioning out of homelessness. The proclamation also expands shelter capacity and access to services, especially for unsheltered individuals. The supplementary emergency proclamation continues until April 13, 2019, unless it is terminated by a separate proclamation. ### #homelessness #governorige #davidige #emergencyproclamation

Governor Ige extends emergency proclamation for Kaua‘i flooding HONOLULU – Gov. David Ige issued a sixth supplementary proclamation for Kaua‘i County, which continues to recover from severe flooding and damage caused by heavy rains in April 2018. The supplementary proclamation will continue to provide relief for disaster damages, losses and suffering, while also protecting the health, safety and welfare of the people of Kaua‘i. Gov. Ige issued the first emergency proclamation on April 15, 2018, a supplementary proclamation on April 18, and a second proclamation on June 17. Acting Gov. Doug Chin issued the third supplementary proclamation on Aug. 16, and Gov. Ige signed the fourth and fifth supplementary proclamations on Oct. 15 and Dec. 14, 2018, respectively. The sixth supplementary emergency proclamation extends the disaster emergency relief period until April 13, 2019. #kauai #flashflood #dougchin #davidige #kauaiflooding

(Kula)–An opening hearing will be held to receive testimony on the December 8, 2018 submittal of the Auwahi Wind Farm draft Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP) amendment. Auwahi Wind Energy, LLC operates eight 3-megawatt wind turbines augmented by an 11-megawatt battery storage system located on ‘Ulupalakua Ranch, on the eastern side of the island of Maui. The project was constructed in 2012 and has been in operation since that time. The DLNR Division Division of Forestry and Wildlife (DOFAW) hearing will be held at 7:00 pm on February 15, 2019 at Kula Elementary School, 5000 Kula Highway in Kula. The project has an approved HCP and associated Incidental Take License (ITL) that was issued February 9, 2012 for incidental take of four species protected under State and Federal endangered species laws. Model estimates show that the take limit of one of the species, the Hawaiian Hoary Bat (Lasiurus cinereus semotus), has been reached due to the wind turbines causing greater fatalities than anticipated and Auwahi Wind is requesting an increased take for it. Auwahi Wind Energy, LLC is seeking approval of a major amendment to the HCP as part of the request to increase the amount of incidental Hawaiian Hoary Bat take authorized under the ITL. The wind facility would implement avoidance and minimization measures, monitoring, and tiered mitigation commensurate with the new take levels. Mitigation would include protecting, managing, and enhancing habitat that is suitable for bat foraging and roosting. Copies of the draft HCP amendment are available for review at the DOFAW office in Honolulu and at this link: http://oeqc2.doh.hawaii.gov/Other_TEN_Publications/2018-12-08-MA-DHCP-Amendment-Auwahi-Wind.pdf. A review copy will also be available at the public hearing. If you decide to attend the hearing and require auxiliary aids (taped materials or sign language interpreter) please contact the Division of Forestry and Wildlife, 1151 Punchbowl Street, Room 325, Honolulu, HI 96813; (808) 587-0166. If you are unable to attend the hearing and wish to provide testimony, please send comments by February 21, 2019 and direct them to Glenn Metzler at the address listed above or to glenn.m.metzler@hawaii.gov. # # # RESOURCES (All images/video courtesy: DLNR) HD video: https://vimeo.com/315809905: (Video of Auwahi Wind Farm on Maui) #dlnr #auwahi #windfarm #habitat #conservationplan #kula #auwahiwindenergy #DOFAW #governorige

The Hawaiʻi State Legislature's Native Hawaiian Caucus Co-Chairs, Senator Jarrett Keohokalole and Representative Daniel Holt, with 43 of their colleagues, are sponsoring Hawaiian Caucus Week and Hawaiian Caucus Day to honor community leaders that have contributed to the advancement of Native Hawaiians and to recognize the contributions of our ‘ōpi‘o (youth), makua (parents), kūpuna (elders), Hawaiian at Heart supporters, and ‘ahahui (organizations). Certificates of recognition will be presented in both the House and the Senate to: Monday, February 4 - ‘Ōpi‘o - Nānākuli High and Intermediate School students in the ʻAʻaliʻi program and their involvement with the political process on the subject matter of water management. Tuesday, February 5 – Makua – Joseph Kūhiō Lewis, a single parent raising two children while receiving a degree and being actively involved in Hawaiian matters of leadership, politics, economic and community development, housing, health and welfare, and culture. Wednesday, February 6 – Kūpuna – Aunty Danielle Ululani Beirne (Keawe), a kupuna with over 40 years of involvement in advocacy for self-determination for Native Hawaiians. Thursday, February 7 – Hawaiian at Heart – Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaiʻi, for their significant contributions towards enriching our Hawaiian culture and honoring our"Living Treasures of Hawaiʻi." Friday, February 8 - ‘Ahahui – Hawaiian Civic Club of Honolulu (Charles Manu Boyd, President) and the Hawaiian Civic Club movement (Hailama Farden, President, Association of Hawaiian Civic Clubs). The Hawaiian Civic Club was established in 1918 by Prince Jonah Kūhiō Kalanianaʻole, delegate to the U.S. Congress, and celebrates100 years as the oldest Hawaiian community-based grass roots organization. The Hawaiian Civic Club movement has grown into a confederation of over 60 clubs located throughout the State of Hawaiʻi and the United States WHAT: Hawaiian Caucus Week and Hawaiian Caucus Day WHEN: February 4-8 11:30 a.m. (Senate) Noon (House) Friday, February 8 9 a.m. to Noon State Capitol rotunda and 4th floor walkway WHERE: Hawaiʻi State Capitol Both Senate and House Chambers Hawaiian Caucus Day will be held on Friday, February 8 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the Capitol rotunda and on the 4th floor walkway. Our community will come together and take part in educational displays, speeches, and entertainment to share our Native Hawaiian language and culture. In 2013, Act 28 was created and designates the month of February as ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi month to celebrate and encourage the use of Hawaiian language. We also acknowledge Princess Ruth Keʻelikōlani (February 9, 1826 – May 24, 1883) for her strong advocacy of Hawaiian language and culture; she was a member of the Kamehameha family, the Royal Governor of the Island of Hawaiʻi, and the landholder of what would become the Kamehameha Schools estate. ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi is both the Indigenous language and an official language as recognized by the Constitution of the State of Hawaiʻi. The United Nations General Assembly has declared 2019 as the "Year of the Indigenous Language." Its purpose is to draw attention to the critical loss of Indigenous languages and the urgent need to preserve, revitalize, and promote Indigenous languages. #hawaiisenate #hawaiisenatemajority #hawaiiancaucus #JarrettKeohokalole #JoeKuhioLewis #DanielleBeirne #HawaiianCivicClub