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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23 hours ago

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Hau‘oli Mahina Lāʻau Kamaʻāina! Happy Native Hawaiian Plant month and ‘Ōhi‘a Lehua Day! Native Hawaiian Plant Month aims to inspire action at all levels – from individuals to organizations to policymakers – to protect and conserve Hawai‘i’s rich botanical heritage for the benefit of present and future generations. Thank you to our community advocates and champions of native species, Rick Barboza from Hui Kū Maoli Ola and Lacy Matsumoto. Outreach, especially with our keiki, to teach everyone about the importance of these native trees and ways to ensure they’re around for future generations is so important for these plants to thrive. Nearly 90% of Hawai‘i’s native plants are found nowhere else in the world, underscoring the importance of protecting these unique species and their habitats. Iʻm proud to proclaim April Native Hawaiian Plant Month and today, ‘Ōhi‘a Lehua Day. ... See MoreSee Less

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Content Warning: sexual assault Today is Denim Day, a worldwide campaign held during Sexual Assault Awareness Month to show support for survivors and stand up against sexual violence. The campaign began after a sexual assault conviction was overturned by the Italian Supreme Court. In their words, the survivor was wearing “tight” denim jeans, so the justices argued that she must have helped the assailant remove her jeans, implying consent. The following day, the women of the Italian Parliament came to work wearing denim jeans in solidarity with their peer. As the longest-running sexual violence prevention campaign in history, Denim Day encourages community members, elected officials, businesses, and students to make a social and political statement with their choice of fashion by wearing denim as a visible act of protest against the harmful myths and stereotypes that surround sexual violence and assault. Today we stand in solidarity and support of all survivors. ... See MoreSee Less

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Governor Josh Green is at Hawaii State Capitol.

3 days ago

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It’s time we take a stand to house our people by phasing out illegal short term rentals.  Today, alongside Lahaina Strong, Hawai‘i’s Hoteliers and Hotel Labor Unions, we united in support of counties’ authority to phase out Short Term Rentals (STRs). We know the majority of STRs in Hawai‘i are illegal, owned by non-residents, and contribute to skyrocketing housing costs. We support Senate Bill 2919 to empower counties to regulate STRs and potentially phase them out. Mahalo to Lahaina strong and the strong community and industry support of our efforts to house our people. ... See MoreSee Less

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Today we announce a new partnership with HomeAid Hawai‘i to build Ka La‘i Ola, a project that will create 450 units for wildfire survivors on Maui who were not eligible for FEMA assistance. Ka La‘i Ola is the largest interim housing development announced for Maui wildfire survivors to date. Ka La‘i Ola means “The Place of Peaceful Recovery” and was named by Maui Kumu Hula Pueo Pata. Upon completion, the studios, one-, two- and three-bedroom units across 54 acres, will provide immediate relief by offering temporary, sustainable housing solutions for up to five years. We have been working on this with some amazing partners since before the wildfires were even fully extinguished. We know that survivors are still suffering and this will help take care of our people. Ka La‘i Ola represents one of many collaborative efforts, to provide access to safe and secure temporary housing for our most vulnerable households. We are committed to a sensitive response that respects the dignity of every individual and family involved as they work to rebuild their lives. ... See MoreSee Less

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Father, husband, Governor of Hawai`i, Steelers enthusiast. Let's move Hawai`i forward together.

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govjoshgreenmd Governor Josh Green @govjoshgreenmd ·
7 Dec

This is a day for all of the world, but especially Hawaiʻi, to solemnly honor the sacrifices of so many service members and civilians who lost their lives during the December 7, 1941 attack that changed the course of world history.

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7 Dec

A 7.3 magnitude earthquake occurred at 2:57 am HST near the Vanuatu islands. There is NO tsunami threat to Hawaiʻi.

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