Candidate for Hawaii State Senate - District 1 in 2024 Hawaii Primary Election.
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Get StartedLaura believes we need a thriving, diversified local economy that can sustainably support our community. This includes support for our small-businesses through economic development. In the State Senate, Laura provided leadership on securing 13.5 million in CIP funding for Banyan Drive Revitalization. Laura will also champion resources for agriculture and agribusinesses. These State resources should align with the values that support food independence, diversified agriculture, and a circular economy. Learn more
Education must be relevant to our learners in Hawaiʻi with a place-based, experimental, dynamic, and interdisciplinary curriculum. Learn more
With the current climate emergency, we must address how our actions impact our environment and island community. Laura believes that the solutions to our most pressing environmental challenges are rooted in kanaka ʻōiwi values of environmental stewardship. She will continue to be a staunch advocate for the wellbeing of our environment, mauka to makai. Laura also values the importance of partnering with the County to foster community-focussed sustainability. Learn more
Laura also believes government solutions should seek to build equity into the systems that drive our housing market and industry. Building equity-focussed communities will enable individuals and families to thrive, not just survive. Learn more
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