Senator Mazie Hirono

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

Servicemembers shouldn’t have to sacrifice their military careers to start a family.   I'm urging the @DeptofDefense to study offering fertility services to military personnel, and how it could help us continue to recruit and retain top talent. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

The safe, timely defueling & closure of Red Hill is crucial for the health of Oahu families. This funding is vital to getting it done.   I'll keep fighting to ensure the Senate passes this funding, and that the DOD provides a plan that prioritizes community concerns. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

The Inflation Reduction Act is critical to addressing many of the biggest challenges we face.   From lowering drug costs to tackling the climate crisis and making the wealthiest corporations pay their fair share, this bill will deliver real change for the American people. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

After the Supreme Court’s disastrous ruling overturning Roe, millions of veterans live in states where abortion rights remain uncertain.   That's why @SenWarren & I are leading the call for @DeptVetAffairs to immediately begin offering abortion services. https://t.co/qRHyK18ycw — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

I’m especially glad this bill includes my STEM Opportunities Act.   By building pathways for women, people of color, and other marginalized communities to pursue careers in science and research, this legislation will help diversify our innovation ecosystem. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

Building strong & resilient supply chains is critical to maintaining American competitiveness in the 21st century.   The Chips and Science Act will strengthen our supply chains while delivering a historic investment in R&D to help the U.S. remain the global leader in innovation. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

It gives me hope to see the next generation fighting for their rights.   They get it.   Let’s ratify the #ERAnow — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

Overturning Roe has wreaked havoc across the country and radical Republicans are just getting started.   Nothing is off the table for this far-right Court, which is why I'm working with @SenMarkey & @SenDuckworth to protect the right to contraception for all. https://t.co/KB8Bi0lU6L — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

No parent should have to worry about how to keep their child fed.   As we work to resolve the formula shortage, I’m urging @POTUS to address the barriers to accessing & affording formula that families with low incomes & other vulnerable communities face. https://t.co/ecEZIrS5H5 — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

Thanks to the Keeping Kids Fed Act, Hawaii will receive $20 million in additional funding to help ensure all our Keiki have enough to eat.   As we rebuild from the pandemic, this funding will help ease the burden on educators & families across our state. https://t.co/6KXqx6mr9A — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

Social Security is a cornerstone of our social safety net, helping millions across the country.   @RepTedDeutch & I are reintroducing the Protecting & Preserving Social Security Act to strengthen the system & ensure the wealthy are paying their fair share. https://t.co/y2rZEatxlM — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

For decades, #TitleX has helped people in Hawaii & across our country access family planning services. But Trump's gag rule caused millions of people to lose access to these vital services. With reproductive rights under attack, it's critical we strengthen & protect Title X. https://t.co/rqCYGjjIoO — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

Wishing @POTUS a full and swift recovery.   I'm glad to hear that, thanks to the vaccine and boosters, his symptoms are mild. If you haven't already, now is the time to get vaccinated or boosted. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

From rising seas to record heat, our climate crisis grows more dire by the day—and it's only going to get worse.   With the future of our planet on the line, I'm glad to see @POTUS taking these important steps. I'll keep fighting for the additional action this crisis demands. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

Nothing is off the table for this far-right Court.   Yet, Republicans say they “don’t see the law changing” to justify voting against this bill.   They will expect to be let off the hook. We can’t let that happen. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

A8) We must continue advancing legislation to help immigrants and their families access the federal resources and support they deserve.   I’ll keep fighting to reform our broken immigration system and help ensure everyone can live in dignity. #WellnessWed — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

A5) I introduced the #LIFTtheBAR Act to remove the arbitrary five-year bar and reinstate access to crucial federal programs for immigrants.   The bill would allow millions of immigrants to access the benefits and services they need and deserve. #WellnessWed — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

A3) The five-year bar has harmful consequences for immigrants, especially families with children.   It prohibits families from getting essential benefits, preventing millions from receiving health care and leaving 1 in 4 lawfully present immigrants uninsured. #WellnessWed — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

A1) The five-year bar is an unjust waiting period that restricts many legal immigrants' access to safety-net programs.   It requires most immigrants to wait 5 years before they are eligible to access essential benefits like Medicaid, CHIP, SNAP, SSI, and TANF. #WellnessWed — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

For this far-right Supreme Court and MAGA Republicans, controlling women’s bodies doesn’t stop at forcing women to give birth. They actually want to ban contraception.   @SenMarkey, @SenDuckworth, and I are leading the fight to protect the fundamental right to contraception. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

RT @WWP_DC: Thank you, Sens. @lisamurkowski (R-AK) and @maziehirono (D-HI) for cosponsoring VA Peer Support Enhancement for MST Survivors A… — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

Thousands of people in Hawaii and across the country rely on the Title X Family Planning Program for essential reproductive health care.   While MAGA Republicans try to deprive people of reproductive care, we're working to strengthen and protect the Title X program. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

Filing taxes should be easy, but our current system makes it unnecessarily complicated.   The Tax Filing Simplification Act will streamline the filing process & help ensure everyone—especially families & individuals with low incomes—receive the tax refunds they qualify for. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: a 50/50 Senate sucks.   We need at least two more Democratic Senators this November. https://t.co/2XDiRK9yzF — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

RT @ChrisMurphyCT: The Uvalde video puts to bed, forever, the question of whether the way to deal with bad guys with guns is to make sure t… — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

Our veterans and their spouses deserve access to quality care and services once they leave the military—no matter who they love.   I am proud to join @PattyMurray in urging the VA to ensure LGBTQ+ veterans, their spouses and families, have access to the benefits they are owed. https://t.co/MRwRCjyEk3 — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

Just when we thought MAGA Republicans couldn’t go any lower, they’re actually trying to PROHIBIT interstate travel to seek health care…in America.   How any Republican can justify this level of government overreach is beyond me and makes my head explode. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

NDAs have long been abused to silence survivors of sexual assault & harassment.   The Speak Out Act will help survivors come forward & hold perpetrators accountable. I am glad to join my colleagues in introducing this bipartisan bill that aims to end this harmful, toxic system. — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

Public officials are making decisions that will affect young people for years to come--they deserve a say in who is making those decisions.   The Youth Voting Rights Act will make it easier for young people to vote in elections & expand youth participation in our democracy. https://t.co/xPBEhwyVnj — PolitiTweet.org

Senator Mazie Hirono @maziehirono

Right now, people across the country and around the world are struggling with high energy prices. Today, I'm chairing an @EnergyDems hearing to examine what we can do to lower energy costs and accelerate our transition to cleaner, cheaper energy sources. — PolitiTweet.org