Rep. Tokuda Votes No After Republicans Hijack Annual Defense Bill
Washington, D.C. — Today, U.S. Representative Jill N. Tokuda (HI-02), a member of the House Armed Services Committee, released the following statement after voting against the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027. The bill passed the House by a vote of 216-212 and will now head to the U.S. Senate for consideration. “My goal was clear from day one: keep any authority for the military to condemn and take Hawaiʻi lands out of the NDAA. We drew a red line, held it, and won. … Continue Reading
July 21, 2026
Rep. Tokuda Leads Hawaiʻi Delegation Urging President Trump to Approve FEMA Kona Low Recovery Aid
Washington D.C. - U.S. Representative Jill N. Tokuda (HI-02), joined by U.S. Senators Brian Schatz (D-HI) and Mazie Hirono (D-HI) and U.S. Representative Ed Case (HI-01), sent a letter to President Donald J. Trump urging that he support the State of Hawaiʻi’s appeal and reconsideration requests to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) following the March 2026 Kona low storms. The delegation is asking the Administration to approve the state’s requests for additional federal disaster … Continue Reading
July 20, 2026
Rep. Tokuda Issues Statement on the Passing of U.S. Army First Lieutenant Tyler Feehan
Washington D.C. - U.S. Representative Jill N. Tokuda (HI-02) issued the following statement honoring United States Army First Lieutenant Tyler Feehan of ʻEwa Beach, who passed away while serving in Jordan. "This tragedy strikes especially close to home because Tyler was one of Hawaiʻi's own, from ʻEwa Beach. Today, our ʻohana and the entire nation mourn Tyler and Isabella, two young Americans taken far too soon while serving our country. We hold their families, friends, and fellow … Continue Reading
July 16, 2026
Rep. Tokuda Responds to President Trump's Remarks on Election Integrity
Hawaiʻi — U.S. Representative Jill N. Tokuda (HI-02) released the following statement in response to President Donald Trump's remarks on election integrity and the SAVE America Act. "While families are wondering how they'll afford groceries, gas, and healthcare, Donald Trump is still obsessed with relitigating an election he lost six years ago. Elections were secure then, and they are secure now. Manufacturing doubt and pushing baseless conspiracies doesn't SAVE America—it weakens our … Continue Reading
July 15, 2026
Rep. Tokuda Joins Colleagues in Calling to Halt $3.3 Billion in Military Funding to Israel
Washington D.C. — U.S. Representative Jill Tokuda (HI-02) joined 26 of her colleagues in a joint statement ahead of a House vote on an amendment to the National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act that would halt $3.3 billion in Foreign Military Financing to Israel. "As Members of Congress, it is our duty to ensure that our constituents’ hard-earned money is used in a way that advances America’s interests and values. For this reason, we do not support … Continue Reading
July 14, 2026
Rep. Tokuda Announces Applications for Military Service Academies
Honolulu, HI — U.S. Representative Jill N. Tokuda (HI-02) announced that her office will begin accepting applications on Friday, August 1, 2026, from students in Hawaiʻi’s Second Congressional District seeking a nomination to one of the United States military service academies. Qualified applicants must submit their complete applications no later than Sunday, October 18, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. HST. Every year, members of Congress, including Rep. Tokuda, are allotted a limited number of … Continue Reading
June 25, 2026
Rep. Tokuda Statement on Supreme Court Decision Overturning Hawaiʻi Gun Safety Law
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Rep. Jill N. Tokuda (HI-02) released the following statement after the Supreme Court ruled 6-3 to strike down Hawaiʻi’s law establishing a safety-first default that concealed-carry permit holders must receive permission before bringing firearms onto private property open to the public: “Today’s Supreme Court decision is wrong for Hawaiʻi, wrong for public safety, and the wrong precedent for states and communities working to keep people safe. Hawaiʻi's law did … Continue Reading
June 22, 2026
Rep. Tokuda Leads Hawaiʻi Congressional Delegation to Rename Waiʻanae Post Office after the Late Colleen Hanabusa
Washington D.C. - U.S. Representative Jill N. Tokuda (HI-02) led the Hawaiʻi Congressional Delegation in introducing bipartisan legislation to rename the Waiʻanae Post Office as the “U.S. Representative Colleen Hanabusa Post Office Building.” U.S. Senator Brian Schatz (D-HI) introduced companion legislation in the Senate. The joint effort, co-sponsored by Senator Mazie Hirono (D-HI), Representative Ed Case (HI-01), and a bipartisan coalition honors the life and public service of Hanabusa, … Continue Reading
June 10, 2026
Rep. Tokuda Demands USPS Withdraw Proposed Rule Allowing Direct Mail Delivery of Handguns
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representative Jill N. Tokuda (HI-02) sent a letter to Postmaster General David Steiner opposing a proposed U.S. Postal Service (USPS) rule that would allow handguns to be mailed directly to individuals. Rep. Tokuda, alongside Rep. Haley Stevens (MI-11) and 74 other Member of Congress is urging the Postal Service to withdraw the "Revised Mailing Standards for Firearms" rule published on April 2, 2026, that eliminates the required licensed intermediary for handgun … Continue Reading
June 05, 2026
Rep. Tokuda Fights to Protect Hawaiʻi Lands, Secures Key Priorities in Annual Defense Policy Bill
Washington D.C. - U.S. Representative Jill N. Tokuda (HI-02), a member of the House Armed Services Committee, helped advance H.R. 8800, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2027. During the day-long committee markup, Rep. Tokuda successfully blocked a provision to authorize unilateral condemnation by the Army of military training lands in Hawaiʻi. The congresswoman also secured key priorities brought forward by constituents during state-wide listening veterans' … Continue Reading
June 02, 2026
Rep. Tokuda Introduces Resolution Honoring 120 Years of Filipino Immigration to Hawaiʻi
Washington D.C. — U.S. Representative Jill N. Tokuda (HI-02) introduced a congressional resolution marking the 120th anniversary of the arrival of the first Filipino immigrants in Hawai‘i. The resolution honors the pioneering plantation workers, known as Sakadas, whose sacrifice, resilience, and labor leadership transformed Hawai‘i’s economy and culture. In 1906, 15 young Filipino men arrived in Hawai‘i, launching a migration wave that fundamentally shaped the islands and helped build … Continue Reading
May 22, 2026
Rep. Tokuda, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Revitalize Rural Hospitals
Washington, D.C. — Today, Representative Jill N. Tokuda (HI-02), along with her colleagues Reps. Jack Bergman (MI-01), Shomari Figures (AL-02), Carol Miller (WV-01), Maxine Dexter (OR-03), Tracey Mann (KS-01), Sharice Davids (KS-03), Jeff Hurd (CO-03) and Lauren Boebert (CO-04), introduced bipartisan legislation to strengthen rural hospital infrastructure and enhance patient care. The Rural Hospital Revitalization Act would provide interest-free loans of up to 10 years through the U.S. … Continue Reading
May 15, 2026
Rep. Tokuda Presses Army Secretary on Hawaiʻi Training Land Lease Talks, Demands Commitment to Rule Out Condemnation
Washington D.C. - Today, U.S. Representative Jill N. Tokuda (HI-02) questioned Secretary of the Army Dan Driscoll during a House Armed Services Committee hearing on the future of State-owned training lands in Hawaiʻi, including lands at Pōhakuloa Training Area. During the hearing, Rep. Tokuda raised concerns over whether discussions with the State of Hawaiʻi have included alternatives to condemnation, including a lease extension or new lease agreement. She pressed Secretary Driscoll to rule … Continue Reading
May 13, 2026
Rep. Tokuda Leads Bipartisan Resolution Reaffirming U.S.-Taiwan Relations Ahead of Presidential Summit in Beijing
Washington, D.C. — Yesterday, U.S. Representative Jill N. Tokuda (HI-02) introduced a bipartisan resolution reaffirming the longstanding U.S. policy towards Taiwan. Introduced alongside Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI) and Ranking Member Ro Khanna (D-CA) following a recent hearing, the measure underscores that Taiwan’s future must be determined solely by peaceful means. It further reiterates U.S. opposition to any use of force or coercion against … Continue Reading
April 29, 2026
Disaster Tax Relief Bill Offers Lifeline to Maui Fire Survivors
WASHINGTON D.C. — U.S. Representative Jill N. Tokuda (HI-02) voted in favor of the Doug LaMalfa Federal Disaster Tax Relief Certainty Act, which passed the House unanimously. Rep. Tokuda co-led this bipartisan legislation to extend critical tax relief for wildfire survivors, including those in Lahaina and Kula, ensuring they can maximize disaster aid and focus on rebuilding their homes and lives. This bill allows residents to claim significant tax deductions for property losses not covered … Continue Reading
April 27, 2026
Rep. Tokuda Introduces Legislation to Protect Farmland from Corporate Land Grabs
Washington D.C. - Today, U.S. Representative Jill N. Tokuda (HI-02) introduced the Farmland for Farmers Act, legislation to curb the rise in corporate ownership of agricultural land and keep farmland in the hands of farmers. U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) has introduced companion legislation. Corporations and private investors are leveraging their vast resources to buy up American farmland as speculative assets, squeezing out family farmers and destabilizing rural economies. The Farmland … Continue Reading
April 23, 2026
Rep. Tokuda’s Staff to Provide On-Site Support at Waiʻanae Community Resource Fair
Hawaiʻi - Staff from the Office of U.S. Representative Jill N. Tokuda (HI-02) will participate in the Waiʻanae Community Resource Fair this Saturday, April 25, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Waiʻanae Mall (86-120 Farrington Hwy). The fair is hosted by ʻElepaio Social Services in partnership with the City and County of Honolulu. Staff will be on-site to help residents navigate federal agencies and programs, including SNAP and other benefit applications. Staff can also provide guidance on … Continue Reading
April 20, 2026
Rep. Tokuda Honors the Legacy of Former Governor George Ariyoshi
Washington D.C. - U.S. Representative Jill N. Tokuda (HI-02) published the following statement honoring the life of Governor George Ariyoshi, reflecting on his decades of public service and the enduring impact of his leadership on the State. "Governor Ariyoshi was more than quiet and effective—he was a model for how to live and lead with values and a strength of character that shaped Hawaiʻi for generations. From his service in the U.S. Army Military Intelligence Service during World War … Continue Reading
April 17, 2026
Rep. Tokuda Leads House Floor Debate, Urges Swift Passage of Disaster Aid Legislation for Farmers
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Representative Jill N. Tokuda (HI-02) led floor debate for Democrats in support of H.R. 1011, the Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act, urging its immediate passage to enhance federal disaster assistance programs for farmers recovering from natural disasters like the devastating Kona Low storms. This bipartisan bill would reform the Emergency Conservation Program (ECP) and Emergency Forest Restoration Program to allow disaster-impacted producers to get … Continue Reading
April 06, 2026
Rep. Tokuda Announces New Date for Lahaina Town Hall
Hawaiʻi — This week, U.S. Representative Jill Tokuda (HI-02) will host a rescheduled town hall in Lahaina following a postponement due to the recent Kona Low storms. This event is part of her annual statewide series with additional town halls in Molokaʻi and Lanaʻi. Representative Tokuda will discuss federal policies, address concerns regarding the Trump administration, and answer questions from the community. Lahaina Wednesday, April 8, 2026 | 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Lahaina Civic Center … Continue Reading