Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration

Project Title: Hawaiʻi Island Food Storage and Distribution Infrastructure
Project Recipient: Hawai‘i Agribusiness Development Corporation
Recipient Address: 161127 Lapa‘au Rd, Kea‘au, HI 96749
Amount Requested: $1,750,000
Project Description: Requested funds would be used to install cold food storage, including freezer units and electrical infrastructure, near Hilo Airport and the Port of Hilo to preserve produce quality, reduce waste, lower costs, and support local agriculture.
Explanation of Taxpayer Value: Currently, limited cold storage infrastructure constrains the ability of producers to store and distribute perishable goods. This project would address these gaps by installing cold and dry food storage to improve food supply chain efficiency, reduce spoilage, lower transportation costs, and expand access to affordable, locally grown food. It will also support farmers, distributors, and small businesses by increasing storage capacity near key transportation hubs and strengthen Hawaiʻi’s local food system.
Financial Disclosure and Federal Nexus Certification Letter

Project Title: Kalamaʻula Drainage Improvements
Project Recipient: State of Hawaiʻi, Department of Hawaiian Home Lands
Recipient Address: 91-5420 Kapolei Parkway Kapolei, HI 96707
Amount Requested: $1,500,000
Project Description: Requested funds would be used to construct stormwater infrastructure to improve drainage capacity in Kaunakakai by building new channels, upgrading undersized culverts, and raising vulnerable roadway sections to reduce flooding and convey storm flows without overtopping.
Explanation of Taxpayer Value: This project would reduce flooding risks and protect homes, roadways, and natural resources in the Kaunakakai region. This is necessary for protecting homestead communities from recurring flood damage, supporting the local economy in Kaunakakai Town, and reducing sediment runoff impacting nearshore reef ecosystems. Overall, the project will enhance public safety and strengthen long-term community resilience.
Financial Disclosure and Federal Nexus Certification Letter

Project Title: Wailua Paddy Crop Research and Extension Station
Project Recipient: University of Hawaiʻi, College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience
Recipient Address: 3050 Maile Way, Gilmore Hall 202, Honolulu, HI 96822.
Amount Requested: $1,250,000
Project Description: Requested funds would be used to restore agricultural research capacity at the Wailua Center for Applied Research and Extension Services (CARES) Station by supporting site assessments, planning, and hydrological design, and reconstructing berms and irrigation infrastructure.
Explanation of Taxpayer Value: This project would support research on flood control, soil health, and pest and disease management while advancing collaboration between researchers, students, and local communities. It will revitalize the CARES Wailua site as a living laboratory for tropical agriculture, supporting taro and rice research, community education, youth entrepreneurship, and workforce development across Kauaʻi and Hawaiʻi. By reactivating this site, the project will strengthen local food security, support traditional agricultural practices, and help build long-term resilience for Hawaiʻi agriculture.
Financial Disclosure and Federal Nexus Certification Letter

 

Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies

Project Title: UH College Access Re-entry Hubs
Project Recipient: University of Hawai‘i, West O‘ahu
Recipient Address: 91-1001 Farrington Highway, Kapolei, HI 96707
Amount Requested: $1,000,000
Project Description: Requested funds would be used to strengthen and align programs across Leeward, Windward, and Kauaʻi Community Colleges and University of Hawaiʻi – West Oʻahu that help justice-impacted individuals transition from incarceration into postsecondary workforce training and education pathways. The program would provide instruction, wraparound services, post-release counseling, and employer partnerships to reduce recidivism risk, improve economic opportunities, and lower long-term public costs associated with incarceration.
Explanation of Taxpayer Value: This project would be a valuable use of taxpayer funds because it would provide structured reentry supports that help reduce recidivism risk, improve educational and economic opportunities, and lower long-term public costs associated with incarceration.
Financial Disclosure and Federal Nexus Certification Letter

Project Title: Public Safety Radio Modernization
Project Recipient: County of Maui
Recipient Address: 200 South High Street, Wailuku, HI, 96793
Amount Requested: $2,700,000
Project Description: Requested funds would be used to replace aging radios for the Maui Fire and Police Departments with modern, interoperable, NFPA-compliant equipment to support emergency response. This funding would enable the County to deploy next-generation radios that meet national durability, survivability, and interoperability standards, strengthening coordinated police and fire response to protect public safety.
Explanation of Taxpayer Value: This project would be a valuable use of taxpayer funds because it would replace outdated radios with next-generation public safety radios that meet current national durability, survivability, and interoperability standards, improving police and fire response capabilities to protect public safety.
Financial Disclosure and Federal Nexus Certification Letter

 

Homeland Security

Project Title: Moloka'i Wildfire Mitigation and Water Infrastructure
Project Recipient: State of Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity
Recipient Address: 1428 South King Street, Honolulu, HI 96814
Amount Requested: $2,954,000
Project Description: Requested funds would be used to install solar and battery storage systems to support irrigation and water infrastructure on Molokaʻi and ensure reliable water access for wildfire suppression during power shutoffs.
Explanation of Taxpayer Value: Molokaʻi is a remote and resource-constrained island where power shutoffs during wildfire-prone weather conditions can leave communities without water to defend homes, farmland, and lives. This project would ensure reliable water access for wildfire suppression and protect farms and critical infrastructure during Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) events. The project will support uninterrupted water access for emergency response, including ground-level suppression and helicopter-based aerial firefighting, protect approximately 220 small farms from crop loss, and strengthen rural emergency preparedness. Overall, it will help to protect life, property, and critical infrastructure.
Financial Disclosure and Federal Nexus Certification Letter

Project Title: Waikoloa Reservoir No. 1 Earthquake Repairs
Project Recipient: County of Hawai‘i Department of Water Supply
Recipient Address: 345 Kekūanaōʻa Street, Suite 20, Hilo, HI 96720
Amount Requested: $11,250,000
Project Description: Requested funds would be used to repair and upgrade Waikoloa Reservoir No. 1 to meet current dam safety standards, including restoring the reservoir, repairing earthquake damage, improving the embankment and concrete liner, and installing waterproof lining to prevent leaks.
Explanation of Taxpayer Value: This project would repair damage from the 2006 Kiholo earthquake and bring Waikoloa Reservoir No. 1 up to current safety standards, reducing the risk of leaks, dam failure, and other hazards. The reservoir is a critical component of the South Kohala public water system, which provides safe drinking water and fire protection for approximately 9,600 people, as well as hospitals, schools, businesses, and farms. Repairs will improve system reliability, strengthen protection against earthquakes, drought, and wildfire, and help prevent costly property damage and risks to public safety.
Financial Disclosure and Federal Nexus Certification Letter

Project Title: Kaua‘i Hazardous Fuels Mitigation
Project Recipient: State of Hawai‘i Agribusiness Development Corporation
Recipient Address: 235 S. Beretania St., Ste 205 Honolulu, HI 96813
Amount Requested: $1,125,000
Project Description: Requested funds would be used to remove invasive vegetation and restore native ecosystems on Kauaʻi to mitigate wildfire risk near communities and critical infrastructure.
Explanation of Taxpayer Value: Vacant and unused lands have become overgrown with significant fire fuel capacity. This project would provide resources for the Agribusiness Development Corporation to remove invasive vegetation and restore native ecosystems, reducing wildfire risk to crops, infrastructure, and surrounding communities.
Financial Disclosure and Federal Nexus Certification Letter

Project Title: Honolulu Fire Department Trailer Generators
Project Recipient: Honolulu Fire Department
Recipient Address: 636 South Street, Honolulu, HI 96813
Amount Requested: $500,000
Project Description: Requested funds would be used to purchase six trailer generators to provide backup power for fire stations in the event permanent generators are damaged or out-of-service for repair, and to provide the flexibility and mobility to place them in service where needed during emergencies.
Explanation of Taxpayer Value: The requested generators would provide reliable backup power for fire stations during manmade or natural disasters when permanent generators are damaged or out-of-service. The trailer generators will provide the flexibility and capability to deliver reliable power and be deployed where needed in emergency situations. They will enhance emergency operations, radio communication preparedness, and Incident Management Team support, and strengthen disaster response preparedness for hurricanes, Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) events, and other emergencies, helping ensure continuity of fire protection and emergency services.
Financial Disclosure and Federal Nexus Certification Letter

 

Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies

Project Title: Maui County for Wastewater Reclamation Facility Construction
Project Recipient: County of Maui
Recipient Address: 200 S. High Street, Wailuku, HI 96793
Amount Requested: $6,000,000
Project Description: Requested funds would be used to construct the Central Maui Wastewater Reclamation Facility and associated infrastructure, including a wastewater treatment facility and pump station for flow diversions, to provide additional treatment capacity in Central Maui.
Explanation of Taxpayer Value: The existing wastewater system is operating at capacity and limits new housing development. This project will relieve those constraints, improve water quality and public health by supporting the transition from cesspools, and produce recycled water for irrigation and other non-potable uses, reducing reliance on potable water and supporting drought resilience. This project will serve approximately 2,700 existing residences and enable the development of 2,000 additional homes, along with supporting businesses, schools, and public facilities.
Financial Disclosure and Federal Nexus Certification Letter

Project Title: Kauaʻi County for Wastewater Treatment Plant Relocation
Project Recipient: County of Kauaʻi, Department of Public Works
Recipient Address: 4444 Rice Street Suite 500 Lihue, HI, 96766
Amount Requested: $1,100,000
Project Description: Requested funds would be used to support land acquisition outside the tsunami hazard zone for the relocation of the Wailua Wastewater Treatment Plant, including environmental review, appraisal, surveying, and property conveyance.
Explanation of Taxpayer Value: This project will facilitate the relocation of the Wailua Wastewater Treatment Plant from a tsunami hazard zone to a safer, more resilient site. The facility serves residents, schools, healthcare facilities, businesses, and visitor accommodations in the Wailua and Kapaʻa communities, and its current location poses long-term risks to service reliability and public safety. Relocation will protect public health, maintain uninterrupted wastewater service, and support projected population growth, housing development, and cesspool conversion efforts by ensuring reliable treatment capacity in a compliant, hazard-free location.
Financial Disclosure and Federal Nexus Certification Letter

 

Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies

Project Title: Kahuku Medical Emergency Department Expansion
Project Recipient: Kahuku Medical Center
Recipient Address: 56-117 Pualalea Street, Kahuku, HI 96731
Amount Requested: $1,500,000
Project Description: Requested funds would be used to expand the Emergency Department at Kahuku Medical Center, including construction, civil and land improvements, and equipment, to increase treatment capacity and support emergency medical services in the North Shore and Koʻolauloa regions.
Explanation of Taxpayer Value: This project will expand emergency care capacity at Kahuku Medical Center to meet growing demand in the North Shore and Koʻolauloa regions. The Emergency Department currently treats approximately 700 patients per month and serves approximately 22,500 residents and nearly one million annual visitors, with limited alternative emergency care options in the region. The project will increase the Emergency Department from approximately 1,600 to 4,800 square feet and expand capacity from six to ten treatment rooms, including dedicated trauma space. This expansion will improve patient flow, enhance emergency response capabilities, and ensure continued access to timely, life-saving care.
Financial Disclosure and Federal Nexus Certification Letter

Project Title: Maui Health Facilities Repair and Modernization
Project Recipient: Maui Health
Recipient Address: 100 Keokea Place, Kula, HI 96790
Amount Requested: $2,000,000
Project Description: Requested funds would be used to repair and replace facility components, life-saving equipment, and capital needs at Kula Hospital damaged by extreme weather and flooding, and to support facilities and equipment across Maui Health, including Lanai Community Hospital and Maui Memorial Medical Center.
Explanation of Taxpayer Value: This project will restore vital hospital facilities and equipment at Kula Hospital following catastrophic flooding that disrupted long-term and acute care and required temporary closure. The project will allow Kula Hospital to resume caring for residents and long-term care patients and address damage to essential equipment, including patient beds, monitors, and generators. This investment will strengthen resilience at Lanai Community Hospital and Maui Memorial Medical Center, reduce pressure on the broader health system, and support a larger effort to restore and modernize the Maui Health system.
Financial Disclosure and Federal Nexus Certification Letter

Project Title: West Hawaiʻi Mammography Expansion
Project Recipient: West Hawaiʻi Region of the Hawaiʻi Health Systems Corporation
Recipient Address: 79-1019 Haukapila Street, Kealakekua, HI 96750
Amount Requested: $1,000,000
Project Description: Requested funds would be used to establish on-site mammography services at Kona Community Hospital, including the purchase and installation of mammography equipment, facility upgrades, and integration into the hospital’s electronic medical records system.
Explanation of Taxpayer Value: This project will address a critical gap in access to breast cancer screening in West Hawaiʻi, where residents face long travel distances, limited providers, and extended wait times for routine screenings. Kona Community Hospital currently does not offer mammography services, leaving residents with limited capacity in the region. Expanding diagnostic capacity will improve access to preventive care, reduce delays in screening, and help ensure timely, life-saving diagnostics. This investment will strengthen local healthcare infrastructure, reduce disparities associated with geography and income, and support better health outcomes.
Financial Disclosure and Federal Nexus Certification Letter

 

Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies

Project Title: Ke Kula O Piilani Educational Facility Renovation
Project Recipient: County of Maui
Recipient Address: 200 S. High Street, Wailuku, HI 96793.
Amount Requested: $1,000,000
Project Description: Requested funds would be used to support the reconstruction and completion of Ke Kula ʻo Piʻilani, including assessment, permitting, design, and construction of educational facilities damaged by the 2016 floods and years of deferred maintenance.
Explanation of Taxpayer Value: This project will renovate and restore a County-owned educational facility in ʻĪao Valley to support Hawaiian language immersion education and community-based cultural programming. The project will reconstruct the first of three buildings, including classrooms and a multipurpose space, enabling the continued use of the site for educational and cultural purposes. The facilities were damaged during the 2016 floods and require comprehensive planning, design, and construction to be fully utilized. This investment will strengthen long-term educational opportunities for Maui students and families and ensure continued access to Hawaiian language and cultural education.
Financial Disclosure and Federal Nexus Certification Letter

Project Title: Kukuiola Village Phase 2 Permanent Housing
Project Recipient: County of Hawai‘i
Recipient Address: 25 Aupuni Street, Hilo, HI 96720
Amount Requested: $3,500,000
Project Description: Requested funds would be used to support Phase 2 of the Kukuiola Village Permanent Housing project by constructing 50 one-bedroom permanent housing units with associated community amenities, including a community center, walking and vehicle paths, outdoor gathering areas, parking, landscaping, and infrastructure to support vertical construction.
Explanation of Taxpayer Value: This project will expand affordable housing options for low-income and workforce populations up to 80 percent of Area Median Income and support individuals transitioning from homelessness. Phase 2 will provide permanent supportive housing with on-site services, strengthening long-term housing stability in West Hawaiʻi and building on the existing emergency shelter development as part of a coordinated approach to housing.
Financial Disclosure and Federal Nexus Certification Letter

Project Title: Waimea Bay Rockfall Mitigation and Protection
Project Recipient: Hawai‘i Department of Transportation
Recipient Address: 869 Punchbowl Street, Honolulu, HI 96813
Amount Requested: $5,000,000
Project Description: Requested funds would be used to implement rockfall protection measures along Kamehameha Highway at Waimea Bay to stabilize the slope and prevent rocks and debris from reaching the roadway.
Explanation of Taxpayer Value: Kamehameha Highway serves as a vital route for residents, emergency response, and visitors, and disruptions from rockfall events can isolate communities and delay critical services. This project would reduce the risk of rockfall hazards along Kamehameha Highway, enhancing public safety and ensuring reliable access along this critical transportation corridor. Improvements to rockfall protection systems will help stabilize the area and prevent rocks and debris from reaching the roadway, reducing the likelihood of roadway closures, vehicle damage, and potential injuries.
Financial Disclosure and Federal Nexus Certification Letter

Project Title: Lahaina Public Schools Emergency Generators
Project Recipient: Hawai‘i Department of Education
Recipient Address: 1390 Miller Street, Honolulu, HI 96813.
Amount Requested: $2,680,000
Project Description: Requested funds would be used to procure diesel generators for three West Maui schools (Princess Nāhiʻenaʻena Elementary, Lahaina Intermediate, and Lahainaluna High) to provide backup power and maintain school operations for up to three days during Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) events.
Explanation of Taxpayer Value: The project will directly benefit students, families, and the broader West Maui community by helping schools remain open during power outages, providing a safe environment, continued learning, and access to meals. This investment will strengthen school preparedness and serve as a first step in a long-term strategy to provide backup power across all PSPS-impacted schools.
Financial Disclosure and Federal Nexus Certification Letter

Project Title: Pali Highway Landslide Repair
Project Recipient: Hawai‘i Department of Transportation
Recipient Address: 869 Punchbowl Street, Honolulu, HI 96813.
Amount Requested: $3,500,000
Project Description: Requested funds would be used to stabilize a landslide along the Pali Highway on the island of Oʻahu and implement measures to prevent future slope failures.
Explanation of Taxpayer Value: Pali Highway serves as a vital route for daily travel and emergency response, and disruptions can significantly impact communities. This project would help stabilize a landslide along the Pali Highway and implement measures to prevent future slope failures, reducing the risk of roadway closures, falling debris, and damage to vehicles and infrastructure. Addressing ongoing landslide risks will enhance public safety and strengthen the resilience of the corridor to future hazards.
Financial Disclosure and Federal Nexus Certification Letter

Project Title: Maui Homeless Services Campus Renovation
Project Recipient: County of Maui
Recipient Address: 200 S. High Street, Wailuku, HI 96793
Amount Requested: $1,000,000
Project Description: Requested funds would be used to rehabilitate Building 3 at the Ka Hale A Ke Ola (KHAKO) campus in Wailuku, Maui, including upgrades to major building systems and interior improvements to preserve eight transitional housing units and bring the facility into compliance with current building codes and HUD standards.
Explanation of Taxpayer Value: This project will preserve essential transitional housing capacity for individuals and families exiting homelessness and address a critical shortage of housing options on Maui. Building 3 serves an estimated 24 households annually, providing stability, supportive services, and time to secure permanent housing. Rehabilitation of the facility will improve living conditions, reduce returns to emergency shelter, and support long-term housing outcomes by maintaining a critical component of Maui’s homelessness response system.
Financial Disclosure and Federal Nexus Certification Letter