Congressman Kaiali‘i KaheleVerified account

@RepKahele

From Niʻihau to Miloliʻi, mauka ⛰ to makai 🌊, proudly representing with aloha | Member of &

Joined January 2021

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    America’s middle-class now holds a smaller share of U.S. wealth than the top 1%. We must correct the imbalance in our economy, provide for our keiki, protect our kūpuna and unburden working families across our nation. It’s time to . 📰

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  2. In Hawaiʻi, there are 664 miles of highway in poor condition - extending our commutes & breaking our cars. So I voted to pass the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act & deliver $1.2 billion to Hawaiʻi to address reconstruction, resurfacing & rehabilitation of our highways.

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  3. I am honored to be featured in The BLUF from . Hawaiʻi plays a critical role in supporting our national defense strategy in the Indo-Pacific, and I’m working to promote productive discussions and strengthen U.S. influence in the region.

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  4. Our children are our future. I added critical funding in House legislation to build the first after school center in Keaʻau—one of my district’s fastest-growing yet most underserved communities. Let’s bring this project across the finish line & deliver for Hawaiʻi’s keiki!

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  5. We can join in celebrating the best of Native cinema with the , running virtually from Nov. 12-18. Watch stories of Native language, healing and building community here:

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  6. As a current & qualified U.S. commercial airline pilot in Congress, I know the need to invest in our airports. The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act will deliver $250M over 5 years for infrastructure development at Hawaiʻi’s airports.

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  7. Join me in experiencing ’s “Why We Serve: Native Americans in the United States Armed Forces” exhibit at home. We mahalo our Native veterans and service members for their dedication, always. Learn here:

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  8. As we observe Veterans Day today, I'm thinking of my peers who served in America’s longest war. To all our servicemembers past and present, mahalo nui loa for your courage. Our nation is stronger and safer thanks to your bravery and service.

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  9. My amendment to revoke the Medal of Honor from soldiers who massacred unarmed Lakota men, women & children at Wounded Knee was added to the House-passed NDAA. Now, , & I are urging to do his part to correct this injustice.

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  10. Nov 8

    Hear directly from Representatives & at the Annual Summit. Reserve your spot:

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  11. In Hawaiʻi, there are 84 bridges in poor condition. So I voted to pass the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and deliver $339M for bridge replacement and repairs across our state - increasing safety and reducing commutes.

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  12. . has authorized the Pfizer-BioNtech vaccine for keiki age 5 and older, and COVID-19 vaccines are open to all eligible residents regardless of health insurance status. You can find information on the vaccines and your local vaccination site at .

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  13. As a member of , I champion investments in safe, effective wastewater management. The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act will deliver $250M over 5 years for households with low to moderate income to address cesspools and ensure clean water for our communities.

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  14. Nov 8

    A mutual declaration ending the 1950 state of war between the United States, South Korea and North Korea is not a concession to Pyongyang - it's a vital step towards peace. Read the letter that I, along with 22 of my colleagues, sent on this critical issue.

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  15. Another exciting week in the books. Here’s what I was up to: ✅ Delivered the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill. ✅ Advanced the Build Back Better Act. ✅ Met with the Hawaiʻi DOE’s Office of Hawaiian Education. And much more. Check out my ! ⬇️

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  16. The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act is historic and will improve Hawaiʻi’s roads, bridges and access to broadband. I look forward to delivering on the President’s full agenda by adding the Build Back Better Act to these investments.

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  18. Congratulations to the Maui Economic Development Board on its selection as the only Hawaiʻi grantee in SBA’s Community Navigation Pilot Program! The program connects local rural and veteran- and women-owned businesses with government resources. 

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  20. After being sent to an internment camp for his Japanese ancestry, Norman Mineta shaped Congress for 20 years and became the first Asian American to serve in a presidential cabinet. Today, we honored his legacy by voting to designate the Norman Yoshido Mineta Federal Building.

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  21. In March, , & I reintroduced legislation to revoke the Medal of Honor from soldiers who massacred unarmed Lakota men, women & children at Wounded Knee. Now, we’re urging to use executive action to correct this injustice.

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