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Nation of Hawaiʻi Coordinates Relief Efforts Following Kona Low Storms

HONOLULU, HAWAIʻI — In response to the recent Kona Low storm system impacting communities across all Hawaiian Islands, the Nation of Hawaiʻi is actively coordinating disaster relief and recovery efforts, with a focus on direct community support, resource distribution, and ongoing clean-up coordination. Heavy rains, flooding, and high winds have affected multiple regions, with particularly […]


by Nation of Hawaii • March 25, 2026
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Nation of Hawai‘i Calls for Deliberate Process in Gaming Testimony Before Legislature

HONOLULU, HAWAIʻI — The Nation of Hawai‘i today testified before the Hawaiʻi State Legislature regarding two measures: HB2570 (Relating to Sports Wagering) and HB1945 (Relating to Gaming on Cruise Ships). Vice President Brandon Makaʻawaʻawa, who serves on the State’s Tourism and Gaming Working Group, delivered testimony grounded in the Nation’s broader position: governance first, listening […]


by Nation of Hawaii • February 11, 2026
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Bill 9: A Step Toward Housing Justice and Hawaiian Sovereignty

By Brandon Maka’awa’awa, Vice President and Minister of Housing, Nation of Hawai‘i As Vice President and Minister of Housing for the Nation of Hawai‘i, I stand in resolute support of Maui County’s Bill 9, which proposes to phase out approximately 6,127 short-term rentals (STRs) on the Minatoya List by July 1, 2028. This policy is […]


by Brandon Makaawaawa • June 8, 2025
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The Army’s “Return” of Hawaiian Lands Isn’t Reconciliation—It’s a Diversion

By Brandon Maka’awa’awa, Vice President The United States Army’s recent announcement that it will allow leases to expire at Mākua, Poamoho, and Kahuku Military Reservations has been hailed by some as a positive step—a gesture that acknowledges decades of community outcry over the environmental destruction and cultural desecration caused by military training. But let’s be […]


by Brandon Makaawaawa • May 23, 2025
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When Culture Becomes Currency: A Hawaiian Response to Las Vegas Marketing Tactics

By the Nation of Hawai‘i News Agency A recent article published by CDC Gaming Reports titled “A Boost in Hawaiian Visitation to Las Vegas Could Help Boyd During F1 Weekend” attempts to spotlight economic optimism—but instead reveals a deeper, more disturbing truth: Native Hawaiian culture continues to be exploited as a marketing tool to drive […]


by Nation of Hawaii • May 1, 2025
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Nation of Hawai’i Signs Resolution in Support of Renewable Energy and Sustainable Technologies

The Nation of Hawai’i, rooted in its rich cultural heritage and commitment to environmental stewardship, proudly announces its unwavering support for renewable energy and sustainable technology initiatives.


by Nation of Hawaii • January 31, 2024