Mazie K. Hirono
U.S. Senator · Hawaii · Democrat
Statements and posts
390 press releases, floor remarks and posts since Jan 3, 2025.
Activity, last 12 weeks
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Hirono Statement on Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act
Opposed Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act in current form over environmental and Indigenous concerns.
“Permitting reform can bring American families cleaner and more affordable energy, but I believe it can be done without weakening environmental protections or our relationships with Indigenous communities.”
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Opened inquiry into insurance companies' collaboration with Trump administration to remove ACA enrollees.
“Aligning with Republicans and their so-called ‘war on fraud,’ insurance companies chose to participate in a collaborative effort with the Trump administration to inject yet more chaos and damage into the ACA Marketplace”
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Joined letter to Attorney General Blanche opposing DOJ decision to allow handgun sales to teenagers.
“Congress enacted this prohibition as part of the Gun Control Act of 1968, clearly stating that ‘it shall be unlawful’ for a [federally licensed firearms dealer] to sell or transfer a handgun to a person under age 21.”
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Led coalition pressing Education Secretary on illegal reallocation of funding from Minority-Serving Institutions.
“ED must immediately remedy these illegal actions and restore the funds that were illegally taken away from HSIs, AANAPISIs, ANNHSIs, NASNTIs, and PBIs. Increases in funding for HBCUs and TCCUs should not come at the expense of other critical institutions of higher education”
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Hirono Statement on Department of Defense Announcement to Livestream Execution
Criticized DOD plan to livestream military execution as barbaric and called for Secretary Hegseth's resignation.
“Livestreaming an execution is not a demonstration of strength. It is a barbaric spectacle that jeopardizes our national security, core values, and global standing. This decision shows yet again Secretary Hegseth is wholly unfit to serve as Secretary of Defense. He should resign.”
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Hirono, Luján Introduce Legislation to Expand Access to Arts Education
Introduced legislation to expand access to arts education for K-12 and youth.
“Arts and creative expression are fundamental to a well-rounded education”
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Hirono Leads Bipartisan, Bicameral Resolution Recognizing Filipino American History Month
Led bipartisan resolution recognizing October as Filipino American History Month.
“From the first Filipino contract laborers who arrived in Hawaii seeking a better life, to today’s leaders in business, healthcare, and our Armed Forces, the Filipino American community has contributed to our country’s diversity and helped to shape our national identity”
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Mr. President, last year, the State of Hawaii officially designated September as Hawaiian History Month. Hawaiian History Month aims to recognize, reflect, and share Hawaii's history. This year, I come to the floor to celebrate Hawaiian History Month by highlighting three Native Hawaiian leaders…
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Hirono, Chu Recognize Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions Week
Introduced bipartisan resolution recognizing Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions Week.
“In Hawaii and nationwide, Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions help students thrive in the classroom and prepare them for success after graduation.”
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Held forum examining how national private school voucher program diverts $51 billion annually from public schools.
“Raising the Alarm: How the National School Voucher Program Will Be Harmful to Students”
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Hirono Presses FBI Director Kash Patel on Abuse of Power, Leadership Failures
Questioned FBI Director Kash Patel on mismanagement and abuse of power during Senate Judiciary Committee hearing.
“You have been at the helm of the FBI for almost two years, and the list of your failings is long and frankly growing”
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Encouraged Hawaii agricultural producers to apply for federal disaster assistance after Hurricane Lala.
“As we continue assessing the damages from Hurricane Lala and begin our recovery efforts, I’m committed to ensuring that Hawaii’s farmers, ranchers, and livestock producers receive the resources they need”
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Hirono Statement on Blanche Confirmation Vote
Voted against Todd Blanche's confirmation as Attorney General.
“The Attorney General of the United States must be independent from the president and committed to upholding the rule of law. Todd Blanche’s unyielding loyalty to Donald Trump makes clear that he cares about neither independence nor the rule of law.”
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Hirono Statement Marking Three Years Since Maui Wildfires
Marked third anniversary of Maui wildfires and announced $2.8 billion in federal recovery aid.
“August 8th is a day the people of Maui, and Hawaii, will never forget. Three years later, we still feel the weight of the devastating losses the wrought by the wildfires, especially the 102 community members whose lives were tragically lost.”
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Hirono Presses Hegseth on Critical Munitions Inventory, Raises Alarms About Readiness Impacts
Pressed Defense Secretary Hegseth on military munitions shortages and readiness impacts.
“I write to express my deep and continuing concern regarding the state of the United States military’s critical munitions inventory.”
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Led 16 Democrats demanding Forest Service transparency on proposed closure of 57 research facilities.
“Since announcing the list of facilities being evaluated for possible closure in March, very little detail or analysis has been provided to Congress or the public on the factors being considered for each facility”
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Introduced bill to block Trump administration's public charge rule affecting immigrant benefit access.
“By removing any guidance for what qualifies as ‘public charge’ the Trump Regime’s rule creates fear and prevents immigrants and their families from accessing services they need—even if they are still entitled to them.”
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Held forum opposing Trump administration efforts to relocate education disability programs.
“Students come to the classroom with varying backgrounds and abilities, but they each deserve to pursue an education with peace of mind. OCR has supported this goal since the late 1960s, but the Trump administration's decision to move this office to the Department of Justice will hinder these efforts”
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In Judiciary Committee, Hirono Votes Against Advancing Blanche Confirmation
Voted against advancing Todd Blanche's nomination as U.S. Attorney General.
“Mr. Blanche has demonstrated that his words to us at his hearing do not matter. I intend to judge Mr. Blanche not by his words but by his actions. Even though he said he would cooperate with the New Mexico Epstein investigation, he will not actually do so.”
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Hirono, Duckworth, Colleagues Introduce WARRIOR Act to Codify Women’s Right to Serve in Combat
Introduced WARRIOR Act to codify women's right to serve in military combat roles.
“From blocking the promotions of qualified servicewomen to ordering an unnecessary study re-examining what a decade of service has already proven, it’s clear that Secretary Hegseth is more interested in attacking women service members than he is in protecting the security of our nation.”
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Led Democrats demanding accurate casualty accounting for Iran war from Defense Secretary Hegseth.
“We appreciate your prompt attention to these questions and expect a timely and complete response. Our service members and their families deserve nothing less than a full and honest accounting of the costs of this war”
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Sent letter pressing Trump administration on grant review process and politically motivated delays.
“Your refusal to be forthcoming or provide any substantive information about activities that appear to be politically motivated raises serious concerns about the process that’s being applied”
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Hirono Statement on Death of First Lieutenant Tyler J. Feehan
Released statement mourning death of First Lieutenant Tyler J. Feehan in Jordan attack.
“I join people across Hawaii and throughout our nation in mourning the tragic loss of First Lieutenant Tyler J. Feehan of Ewa Beach. Today, my thoughts and aloha are with 1st Lt Feehan’s family, and the families of all the brave servicemembers killed and injured in this war.”
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Hirono Presses Attorney General Nominee Todd Blanche on DOJ Weaponization, Rule of Law
Questioned Attorney General nominee on DOJ weaponization and rule of law concerns.
“Mr. Blanche, you see nothing wrong with the President treating DOJ as his own personal law firm to use against his perceived enemies and as a way of helping his friends”
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Hirono, Johnson Introduce Legislation to Increase Judiciary Transparency
Introduced bill requiring Judicial Conference meetings to be open to public.
“The federal judiciary is a key pillar of our constitutional system of government”
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