Senator Mazie K. Hirono - U.S. Sen. Mazie Hirono

Senators urge restoration of Taxpayer Advocate Service staffing amid concerns over taxpayer support

U.S. Senator Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI) has joined Senators Ron Wyden (D-OR), Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA), and 22 other senators in urging the Trump Administration to restore staffing and resources at the Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS).

Kenneth S. Fink, MD, MGA, MPH Director

Hawaii experiences smaller drop in life expectancy compared to US average during pandemic

Life expectancy in Hawaii declined less than the national average during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new study conducted by researchers from the University of Hawaiʻi Thompson School of Social Work & Public Health and the Hawaiʻi State…

Kenneth S. Fink, MD, MGA, MPH Director

Hawaii Department of Health urges precautions as influenza cases surge statewide

With influenza cases rising across Hawaii, the Hawaii Department of Health (DOH) is urging residents to take steps to protect themselves and their families from respiratory viruses during the winter season.

Kenneth S. Fink, MD, MGA, MPH Director

Himalayan Kitchen in Kaimukī reopens after passing follow-up health inspection

Himalayan Kitchen LLC in Kaimukī has been allowed to reopen following a follow-up inspection by the Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) Food Safety Branch.

Josh Green,Governor

Limited commercial boat operations set to resume at Lahaina Harbor December 15

Four companies are expected to restart commercial boat operations at Lahaina Harbor when it partially reopens on December 15.

Kenneth S. Fink, MD, MGA, MPH Director

Hawaii Department of Health warns public about recall of ReBoost Nasal Spray

The Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) Food and Drug Branch has issued a public alert regarding a recall by MediNatura New Mexico, Inc. for its ReBoost Nasal Spray.

Senator Mazie K. Hirono - U.S. Sen. Mazie Hirono

Senate passes FY26 defense bill with major investments secured by Sen. Hirono

The U.S. Senate has passed the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which includes several provisions led by Senator Mazie K. Hirono (D-Hawaii) aimed at supporting Hawaii and strengthening defense capabilities in the…

Kenneth S. Fink, MD, MGA, MPH  Director - Hawaii Department of Health

Hawaii Department of Health alerts public to recall of non-dairy frozen dessert

The Hawaii Department of Health (DOH) Food and Drug Branch has notified the public about a recall involving So Delicious Dairy Free Salted Caramel Cluster Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert pints.

Senator Mazie K. Hirono - U.S. Sen. Mazie Hirono

Hirono leads forum opposing efforts by Trump administration targeting department of education

U.S. Senator Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI) convened a forum in Washington, D.C., to address concerns over the Trump Administration’s actions toward the U.S. Department of Education.

Governor Josh Green - Governor of Hawaii

Hawaii minimum wage set to increase to $16 an hour on January 1, 2026

Hawaii’s minimum wage will rise to $16.00 per hour starting January 1, 2026.

Senator Mazie K. Hirono - U.S. Sen. Mazie Hirono

Hirono and Tran introduce resolution marking 50 years since Southeast Asian refugee resettlement

U.S. Senator Mazie K. Hirono of Hawaii and Representative Derek Tran of California have introduced a bicameral resolution to mark the 50th anniversary of Southeast Asian refugee resettlement in the United States.

Senator Mazie K. Hirono - U.S. Sen. Mazie Hirono

Hirono and Duckworth propose bill targeting U.S. immigrant family reunification backlog

U.S. Senators Mazie K. Hirono of Hawaii and Tammy Duckworth of Illinois have reintroduced the Reuniting Families Act of 2025, aiming to address issues in the U.S. family immigration system that has not seen significant reform in over thirty years.

Kenneth S. Fink, MD, MGA, MPH  Director - Hawaii Department of Health

Hawaiʻi Department of Health closes Himalayan Kitchen in Kaimuki over health violations

The Hawaiʻi Department of Health (DOH) has ordered the immediate closure of Himalayan Kitchen LLC in Kaimuki, located at 1137 11th Ave., Suite 205.

Senator Mazie K. Hirono - U.S. Sen. Mazie Hirono

Lawmakers seek probe into army handling of sexual misconduct claims against physician

U.S. Senator Mazie K. Hirono, along with U.S. Representatives Chrissy Houlahan, Jill Tokuda, Nanette Barragan, Lori Trahan, Veronica Escobar, and Sylvia Garcia, led a group of 58 Democratic lawmakers in calling for accountability from the…

Senator Mazie K. Hirono - U.S. Sen. Mazie Hirono

Senators introduce bipartisan bill to improve access to POW/MIA recovery records

U.S. Senator Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI) has joined a bipartisan group of senators to introduce the Bring Our Heroes Home Act, aimed at improving access to records needed for the recovery of American prisoners of war (POWs) and those missing…

Kenneth S. Fink, MD, MGA, MPH Director

West Coast Health Alliance opposes change in CDC advice on newborn hepatitis B vaccination

The West Coast Health Alliance (WCHA) has publicly stated its continued support for routine hepatitis B vaccination for all newborns, despite recent changes recommended by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), a group that…

Kenneth S. Fink, MD, MGA, MPH Director

Second detection of measles virus found in West Maui wastewater

The Hawaii Department of Health (DOH) has reported a second detection of the measles virus in wastewater from West Maui County.

Kenneth S. Fink, MD, MGA, MPH Director

Kunane Dreier receives Suzanne Richmond-Crum Award at Hawaii World AIDS Day event

Kunane Dreier has been named the recipient of the 2025 Suzanne Richmond-Crum Award by the Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) Harm Reduction Services Branch.

Governor Josh Green - Governor of Hawaii

Hawaii Department of Health warns public about cheese recall due to listeria risk

The Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) Food and Drug Branch has notified the public about a recall involving certain cheese products distributed by The Ambriola Company.

Senator Mazie K. Hirono - U.S. Sen. Mazie Hirono

Hirono introduces bill addressing impact of artificial intelligence on U.S. workforce

U.S. Senators Mazie K. Hirono, Lisa Blunt Rochester, and Adam Schiff have introduced the Workforce of the Future Act in response to the rapid integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into various industries.

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