Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i

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That’s why I recently signed SB 3338 (Act 230) to build a memorial for all those who were exiled to the remote peninsula on Moloka‘i. Today, there are nine remaining patients who call Kalaupapa their home and are cared for by the Staff of the @HawaiiDOH https://t.co/ipxWr8cPLn — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

During those years, approximately 8,000 people, mostly Native Hawaiians, were forcibly exiled to the Kalaupapa peninsula. — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

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Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

Last week I had the privilege of being invited to Kalaupapa National Historic Park @KalaupapaNPS From 1866 to 1969 the Kalaupapa settlement was operated under a policy of compulsory segregation of persons believed to have Hansen's disease. — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

RT @MayorRickHNL: As we get ready to welcome thousands of students back to school next week, @GovHawaii and I are asking everyone to rememb… — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

Congratulations to all of our hardworking teachers! Mahalo for all you do for the keiki of Hawai‘i! — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

Also, get your free HOLO card and ride TheBus for free starting August 22nd, to August 26th 2022. More information on the HOLO card can be found here: https://t.co/1X7TjuZc0t — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

Consider the numerous forms of alternative transportation and ways to reduce traffic including carpooling, catching TheBus, cycling, and working from home. — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

Beat the School Jam! With so many of our schools returning face-to-face, @MayorRickHNL and I felt it was important to remind everyone what to expect when 50,000 students hit the road this week and the next. https://t.co/tcMl9JfX6T — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

A huge mahalo nui loa to Hawai‘i's congressional delegation for voting on this important piece of legislation! @RepKahele @RepEdCase @maziehirono @brianschatz — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

This action addresses the immediate peril to public health and ensures that medical professionals may focus on providing critical care to patients. The emergency rules are available online at: https://t.co/xfKcYrL3u1 — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

The COVID-19 virus continues to cause a strain on the state’s healthcare system with hospitals throughout our communities reporting serious staffing challenges and conditions. — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

Today I've approved and signed into effect emergency rules authorizing out-of-state nurses to temporarily practice in Hawaiʻi upon meeting certain requirements without applying for and obtaining a license. — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

This 39-megawatt solar power plant will replace some of that coal energy and will reduce our dependence on oil during the transition. @ClearwayEnergy's solar power plants generate enough clean electricity to power more than 45,500 O‘ahu homes each year. https://t.co/IBCF8WrD7v — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

Hawai‘i is leading the Nation in transitioning to clean energy. We have been working hard to end our dependence on coal by the end of this month and further advance the state’s goal of 100% renewable energy by 2045. https://t.co/BK1Sdxa4ho — PolitiTweet.org

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We need to take bold high-impact action to stop global warming. — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

Here in Hawai‘i, construction of the Daniel K. Akaka State Veterans Home is well underway and expected to be completed in 2023. Hawaiʻi’s Veterans served our country at great personal and family cost. Now, we are providing for their long-term care. https://t.co/NpjFFKGYur — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

The PACT Act will provide much-needed benefits and expand care to millions of Veterans who were exposed to toxic substances and other military environmental hazards while deployed. — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

Yesterday, President Biden signed the PACT Act into law which honors Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson who died in 2020 from lung cancer as a result of burn pit exposure in Iraq. — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

RT @HawaiiDOH: The #Novavax COVID-19 vaccine is now available in #Hawaii for individuals 18 and older. Visit https://t.co/SPqr0TqUeM for… — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @Hawaii_EMA: The @NWSHonolulu has extended a Red Flag Warning for leeward areas of all islands in Hawai'i through 6 p.m. Thursday, indic… — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

Affordable housing is on the way for Central Maui residents. The Kaulana Mahina development is 60% affordable housing and was blessed yesterday in a ceremony. https://t.co/F8b55Pkc2T — PolitiTweet.org

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Hawai‘i is one of a few states to be awarded multiple grants from the @NatlGovsAssoc to address our workforce's digital skills gap. Now is the time to invest in digital skills and literacy so all in our community have the tools needed to thrive in today's digital world. https://t.co/GGXxOVxqk9 — PolitiTweet.org

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Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

The State and each one of our counties have agreed to use 85% of the funds for opioid treatment, prevention, and education, as well as other abatement measures and strategies. The other 15% will be used for treatment, prevention, and education for other substances. — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

Recently, nationwide settlements totaling $26 billion have been reached to resolve lawsuits against the three largest drug distributors and one of the largest drug manufacturers. Hawaiʻi will receive approximately $78 million from these settlements. — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

Our nation is facing a serious opioid crisis that is claiming the lives of thousands of people, plunging families into tragedy, and taking a devastating toll on society. — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

Just a reminder to keep your distance from monk seals and to respect all marine life. 🦭 https://t.co/43rQTO9QpA — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

Recognizing that true steps to peace must begin with acknowledgment of harmful actions in the past, the survivors in Nagasaki wished to make a gesture of reconciliation to the people of the city of Honolulu, which sustained a military attack by their country on December 7th, 1941 — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Governor, State of Hawai`i @GovHawaii

Today, @FirstLadyofHI spoke at the 29th Annual Nagasaki Peace Ceremony commemorating 77 years of peace with Japan. The Nagasaki Peace Bell is a gift to the people of Honolulu from the Nagasaki Prefecture Hibakusha (survivors) of the atomic bombing of Nagasaki. https://t.co/YzTUjvZZsS — PolitiTweet.org