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INSIGHTS ON PBS HAWAI‘I

2026 Legislative Preview
INSIGHTS ON PBS HAWAI‘I

As state legislators convene a new session, they face many challenges including changes in federal policy that could affect the state budget such as cuts to lifelines such as health and food subsidies. What are other issues facing lawmakers and how will they confront them?
Air Date: Thu, Jan 15, 2026 7:30 PM

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Panelists are:

  • Rep. Lauren Matsumoto (R), Minority Leader, Mililani, Mililani Mauka, Waipiʻo

  • Rep. Linda Ichiyama (D), Vice speaker, Fort Shafter Flats, Salt Lake, Pearl Harbor

  • Sen. Kurt Fevella (R), ʻEwa Beach, Ocean Pointe, Iroquois Point

  • Sen. Jarrett Keohokalole (D), Assistant Majority Whip, Kāneʻohe, Kailua