ABOUT THE GOVERNOR

Josh Green, M.D.

Governor Josh Green is a proud husband, father, and physician. For the past 20 years, Governor Green cared for Big Island families as a doctor. He served in the State House of Representatives and the State Senate from 2004 to 2018. As chair of the Senate Health and Human Services Committee, he passed “Luke’s Law,” which provides care for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, as well as tobacco and e-cigarette regulations, which increased the legal age for purchasing tobacco and e-cigarettes to 21. Passionate about housing solutions, Governor Green helped create “Kauhale” communities to get unsheltered veterans, kūpuna, and others into safe housing options. These efforts are ongoing and will continue to be one of his top priorities as Governor.  Governor Green expanded the role of Lieutenant Governor by spearheading the largest healthcare response in state history during the COVID pandemic. These critical emergency efforts resulted in Hawaiʻi having the nation’s lowest COVID-19 fatality rate. 

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As a doctor and Governor, I know public health isn’t a place to cut corners. The proposed HHS workforce reductions will leave millions of Americans vulnerable, from infectious disease outbreaks to life-saving research setbacks. I’ve spoken with Governors on both sides of the aisle—we all rely on federal support for critical health programs. Hawai‘i remains committed to protecting our people, and I’ll continue fighting for the resources we need to keep our communities safe. We need leadership that values science, not slogans. ... See MoreSee Less

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Yesterday, we came together to honor the legacy of Senator Daniel K. Akaka with the dedication of the state veterans home that now bears his name. This is more than just a building—it’s a promise to our veterans that they will be cared for with the same dignity and respect with which they served our country.

Mahalo to the Akaka ‘ohana, our veterans, and the Kapolei community for your dedication to making this vision a reality. Senator Akaka’s legacy of aloha, service, and unwavering commitment to others will live on in every veteran who finds comfort and care within these walls.
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Tonight, we’re making history! I’m honored to kick off the first-ever OIA Girls’ Flag Football season with the coin toss for Roosevelt and Moanalua. This is more than just a game—it’s a movement. With 44 public schools across Hawaiʻi joining in, we’re giving young women the opportunity to compete, lead and inspire future generations.

Mahalo to the dedicated advocates, coaches and supporters who made this possible. To all the student-athletes taking the field this season—play hard, play fair and most importantly, have fun! Wishing all 44 teams an incredible season ahead! Let’s get this game started! 🏈🙌
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