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August 8th marked the first anniversary of the devastating wildfire in Lahaina, the worst natural disaster in Hawaii’s history and the deadliest wildfire in the U.S. in over a century. We honor the more than one hundred lives lost and recognize the resilience of the survivors and their families. The journey for the survivors and their families has been long and it is certainly not over yet. We in the House Republican Caucus recognize the one-year anniversary of the Lahaina fires for the tragedy of the event, the resilience of the survivors, and the call to continue our efforts to support our Maui Ohana
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Representative Pierick continues to work hard to fight for his district and the State of Hawai’i. Recently, he filmed a video at the Capitol discussing the one-year anniversary of the Lahaina wildfires on Maui. Rep. Pierick explained the aftermath of the fires and what has been done, extending thoughts and prayers to those affected and who lost loved ones.
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AMERICAN COUNCIL OF YOUNG POLITICAL LEADERS MEETING
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Meeting with the American Council of Young Political Leaders (ACYPL) delegation from Australia was a valuable chance to exchange ideas and perspectives on issues shared by Hawaii and Australia. Representative Matsumoto had the opportunity to connect in a meaningful discussion, fostering understanding and exploring solutions to common challenges.
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BAY VALLEY TECH CODE ACADEMY MEETING
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Representative Garcia met with the leaders and founders from Bay Valley Tech Code Academy to discuss the potential expansion of their program to Hawaii. This collaboration could bring incredible opportunities to our islands, providing valuable tech education and job possibilities for Hawaii residents and our native Hawaiian community. Photo Left to Right: BVT Students, Justo Licona, Rep. Garcia, Sean Villegas, BVT Student, and Phil Lan
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BEER SUMMIT WITH MAYOR BLANGIARDI
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For his August Beer Summit, Representative Ward was joined by Mayor Blangiardi. You can watch the full event by clicking here.
You will not want to miss Rep. Ward’s September Beer Summit where political analyst Neal Milner will break down the primary election results and what we can expect as we head towards November. Thursday, September 5 at 6 PM. The Oahu Club (6800 Hawaii Kai Drive). This event is open to all!
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HOPE AWARENESS COMMUNITY GATHERING
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Representative Garcia delivered a compelling speech at the inaugural HOPE Awareness Community Gathering in Nanakuli on August 17. This significant event brought together community leaders dedicated to raising awareness and combating the critical issue of sex trafficking. Photo Left to Right: Jeff Coakley (Big Island), Sheila Medeiros, Patty Teruya, Rep. Garcia, Mana Olayan, and Samantha DeCorte.
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Representative Pierick recently visited Campbell Highschool for their Welcome back-to-school Fair. He connected with military recruiters, HPD, the bicycle club, a school club, anti-human sex trafficking non-profit organization, and many more booths. He enjoyed engaging with the community and meeting new people as he visited various booths at the fair.
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COMPLEX LEADERSHIP WORKSHOP
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It was an honor for Representative Matsumoto to return as the speaker for the student council leaders from all Mililani schools at their Complex Leadership Workshop. Her presentation focused on the journey from Miss Hawaii to working at the House of Representatives, emphasizing the importance of setting goals, being adaptable, and leading by example. With their passion and commitment, the student council leaders will continue to excel in their roles and make a meaningful impact.
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2024 LIVEACTION LAWMAKER SUMMIT
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Representative Garcia had the honor of attending the 2024 LiveAction Lawmaker Summit in Chapel Hill, NC, where he joined Senator Mike Gabbard, Carol, and others to discuss strategies for pro-life legislation in preparation for the 2025 legislative session.
LiveAction, a national advocacy group focused on making abortions unthinkable in America, organized the summit to facilitate cooperation among lawmakers at federal, state, and municipal levels.
A highlight of the event was Rep. Garcia's opportunity to reconnect with Dr. Ben and Candy Carson, whose contributions added valuable insights to the discussions. They emphasized the importance of collaborative efforts in the pro-life cause and highlighted his book, "The PERILOUS FIGHT."
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MILILANI GRAFFITI CLEANUP
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Joining the Honolulu Police Department, Mililani High School Students, Better Together Hawaii, and other community members, Representative Matsumoto participated in a graffiti cleanup in Mililani. Rep. Matsumoto is grateful for the opportunity to involve her family to make a difference and make her community a lot more beautiful and safe for everyone.
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Representative Pierick had the opportunity to attend the Hawaiian Humane Society: Keiki, K9, Kitty Fest, and a Portuguese Event. He showed his support for what the Hawaiian Humane Society does for the animals on our island, having the pleasure of personally meeting some of the dogs and cats on the property. Additionally, he went to a Portuguese event where Rep. Pierick met Sheila Medeiros and enjoyed engaging in the culture, dancing, and food.
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In response to the devastating fire in Lahaina, Maui in August 2023, members of the Hawaii State House Republican Caucus traveled to the affected community. During their visit, they immersed themselves in the aftermath, gaining insights into the resilience and determination among the locals. By engaging directly with survivors of the Lahaina Wildfire, they asked pressing questions about the adequacy of government response, the effectiveness of communication efforts, and the development of a plan for the future. Now, you can uncover the answers by watching the documentary "After the Fire Lahaina Report".
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Capitol Convos Archive
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Representative Elijah Pierick
House District 39
Royal Kunia, Village Park, Honouliuli, Hoopili and Waipahu
Room: 318
Phone: 808-586-8490
Fax: 808-586-8494
[email protected]
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Mahalo,
Hawaii State House Republican Caucus
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