Video: Live at the Legislature
Yesterday I appeared on Live at the Legislature discussing district priorities, climate change, minimum wage increase, and homelessness initiatives.
2020 Bills Introduced
Aloha, We thought you might be interested in a list of bills that Senator Ruderman has introduced this Legislative session. ...
State Lacks Commitment to Agriculture Industry
According to a news report in West Hawaii Today, “the Department of Agriculture released its Fiscal Year 2019 Annual Report...
Debate on Geothermal Plant in Puna
(BIVN) – Viewers of PBS Hawaiʻi recently witnessed a televised debate over the future of geothermal energy production in the volcanic Puna district...
New Temporary Access Road for Residents Under Construction
Great news. A new temporary access road under construction will be for residents, and eventually allow access to Pohoiki. The...
Join Senator Ruderman in a Town Hall Meeting in Keaau
Join me for a community Town Hall on Tuesday, October 9th, 6PM at the Kea’au Learning Center. We will be...
Communication Request
Senator Ruderman submitted a letter to Hawaii County Mayor, Harry Kim requesting communication between Hawaii County Administration and residents in...
Rat Lungworm Support Group Meetings
Please join us for the next Rat Lungworm Support Group meeting on Wednesday, August 8 from 4:00-6:00 pm at the...
Help the Bamboo Patch Sing
When the bamboo thicket is cleaned, it sings, according to bamboo maven Kenji Kuroshima. Join in the fun with Friends...
Exemption on Certain Cesspool Connections to Expand Housing Options
More great news! This time regarding Senator Ruderman’s inquiry regarding housing additions on private property from the Dept. of Health....
Hawai’i May Become First State to Ban Neurotoxin, Chlorpyrifos
Ua Mau ke Ea o ka ʻĀina i ka Pono The life of the land is perpetuated in righteousness. Dozens...
Senator Ruderman Proposes New Puna Community After Eruption
We’re looking for your ideas and support on this proposal. If you’d like to share your idea for improvements, please...
Puna Farmers – Hamakua Acreage Available for Farming
From the Hāmākua Agricultural Cooperative: Farmers from Kapoho/Puna area – we still have acreage available for farming if you are relocating!...
Governor Ige Releases $12 Million to County of Hawaiʻi for Disaster Response
View Lava and Earthquake Resources For Immediate Release June 7, 2018 HONOLULU – Gov. David Ige and Mayor Harry Kim...
Governor Ige Supplies County with More Housing and Law-enforcement Tools
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 5, 2018 HONOLULU – Gov. David Ige signed today a second supplemental emergency proclamation adding housing...
Pesticide Bill SB 3095 SD1 HD1 Could Make Hawaii Schools Safer
Saturday April 28th Update from the Hawaii Alliance for Progressive Action: YOU DID IT!!! All your calls, emails, letters the...
Funds Released for Feasibility Study for a Potential Agricultural Park in Puna
Some fantastic news to end the week with, I am very grateful for the quick action on the part of...
In Opposition to Rail Tax SB4 – Senate Advances Rail Bill, Senator Ruderman Votes No
The bill was described by the senate in a news release and posted along with the video on Big Island...
2017 Hawaii Hemp Conference
Senators Ruderman (Puna District 2) and Mike Gabbard (Oahu District 20) joined by Hawaii Farmers Union United President and panel...
Senate Adjourns 2017 Session Emphasizing Accomplishments and Expressing Optimism
HONOLULU, Hawaiʻi – The Hawaiʻi State Senate adjourned the 2017 regular session today taking action on a number of priority...
