Senator Brian Schatz

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

We’re at a turning point, & the Earth is not going to pause its warming process while we sort our politics out. Although the challenges we face now have never been more urgent – severe storms, droughts, hurricanes, & more – I’m still optimistic about our ability to make progress. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

Today on #EarthDay, we celebrate our environment and recommit ourselves to bold, transformative climate action. We owe it to future generations to stay determined and continue pushing for legislation that meets the moment and the scale of the problem. — PolitiTweet.org

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That’s why we secured a $350,000 earmark for them last month. It gives the organization more resources to continue protecting Molokaʻi’s environment for future generations. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

Molokaʻi Land Trust is doing incredible work to preserve our native ecosystems. It’s the kind of work that makes a real difference and deserves more funding. https://t.co/TpDoYsLKEq — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

That’s why we secured a $350,000 earmark for them last month. It gives the organization more resources to continue protecting Moloka’i's environment for future generations. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

Moloka’i Land Trust is doing incredible work to preserve our native ecosystems. It’s the kind of work that makes a real difference and deserves more funding. https://t.co/TpDoYsLKEq — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

$7.1 million is heading to O‘ahu to support Head Start and Early Head Start programs, helping to ensure kids have comprehensive early childhood education and opportunities to thrive. https://t.co/n0q71zhvOi — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @LambdaLegal: Thank you, @SenBrianSchatz for formally celebrating #TransDayOfVisibility in the U.S. Senate by introducing a Resolution c… — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

RT @SenJackyRosen: On #TransgenderDayOfVisibility, we celebrate & uplift the diverse & resilient trans community. Proud to join @SenBrianS… — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

Today is also about raising awareness of the discrimination and violence they face every day. Thanks to the bravery of many transgender leaders, we’ve made significant progress in this fight, but the work for full equality, acceptance, & civil rights protections continues. #TDOV — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

Today, on #TransDayofVisibility, we celebrate the transgender, nonbinary, gender-nonconforming, and gender-diverse communities around the world – their achievements, their courage, and their right to live authentically and openly. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

I’m proud to call her a friend and I look forward to continuing to work with her. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

This is a proud moment for Hawai‘i. Nani Coloretti is now the highest ranking Filipino American in the Biden Administration and will be an inspiration to the next generation of Filipino American leaders in our state and across the country. https://t.co/a1h2uC3dlN — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

We still have more work to do for federal workers, including raising wages and providing paid medical and family leave, so I’ll continue standing shoulder to shoulder with AFGE and the labor movement as we fight for workers everywhere. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

I was proud to rally with @AFGENational yesterday in support of unions and our federal workforce. Unions help us negotiate for better conditions, make workplaces safer, and speak up for workers treated unfairly. https://t.co/JLacnWokCo — PolitiTweet.org

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Ultimately, Congress holds the purse strings, so I look forward to working with the president as we move our budget and appropriations process forward this year. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

President Biden’s new budget request includes $1 billion to defuel Red Hill, signaling the administration’s support of our efforts to safely defuel and shut down the facility. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

Our legislation moves us one step closer to removing these barriers, allowing researchers to study marijuana’s safety and effectiveness, and hopefully, giving patients more treatment options. 👩‍🔬🍃 — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

The Senate just passed my bill with @SenFeinstein and @ChuckGrassley to expand medical and scientific research on marijuana. For far too long, federal laws have stood in the way of us finding answers on marijuana’s potential health benefits. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

Congratulations to @HawaiiWBB on an incredible season and run to the NCAA Tournament! Everyone in Hawai‘i is proud of your effort. 🏀🤙 https://t.co/SNdBK01Zjm — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

$23 million is heading to 14 community health centers across Hawai‘i to keep families safe and healthy. Our health centers provide quality, affordable health care to underserved communities, and these federal funds will help them continue to do so. https://t.co/tVIEwGhISJ — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

It’s exciting to welcome visitors back to the Capitol after 2 years. This morning, I had a chance to talk story with students from Kaua‘i High School and Radford High School. Mahalo for visiting! https://t.co/TXGv363qJc — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

Companies that make flashy sustainability pledges while remaining dues-paying members of the #ChamberofCarbon are complicit in the Chamber’s fight against climate action. Corporations need to be held accountable for the damage the Chamber is doing in their name. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

We just secured more than $22M for DHHL – the highest level of funding for Native Hawaiian housing ever appropriated by Congress. This is a big win and gives the agency resources to provide rental assistance & housing services & put more people in homes. https://t.co/LKPm3OU6Js — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

This new funding will go directly to supporting our priorities, including health care, education, housing, & job training programs. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

We just secured more than $240 million in earmarks, which means more federal money for agencies & worthy nonprofits in Hawai‘i that serve local communities. https://t.co/AzxKvv4nyn — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

Here are a few big wins: - $22.3M for Native Hawaiian housing (up $20M from last year) - $39M for Native Hawaiian education (up $1.5M from last year) - $37M for affordable housing (up $2M from last year) - $10M for clean energy (up $7M from last year) — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

Hawai‘i is receiving a big increase in funding in this year’s appropriations bill. Millions of federal dollars will go towards rebuilding our economy and helping people with housing, health care, education, and other essential services. https://t.co/y3O1yTR2k7 — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

NEW FUNDING FOR RED HILL: We just secured an additional $150 million to defuel, permanently shut down Red Hill, & clean up our water. We still have more work to do to make sure Red Hill is closed safely, but we now have significant resources to drain the tanks and get this right. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Brian Schatz @SenBrianSchatz

Red Hill is getting defueled and permanently shut down – this is a huge win for Hawai‘i. https://t.co/SD3VgKGehy — PolitiTweet.org