Lieutenant Governor Sylvia Luke

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Mar 8

Papakōlea has a special place in my heart, and this morning, I had the chance to stop by the Papakōlea ʻOhana Health Fair.

Mahalo to @kula_papakolea for bringing the community together and hosting this important event. I love seeing families learning about health and wellness resources that support our communities and help keep everyone healthy.

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Mar 6

I am deeply saddened by the passing of Congresswoman Colleen Hanabusa, a dedicated public servant and formidable leader who devoted her life to serving our state.

In 1998, we entered the Legislature together — Colleen in the Senate and I in the House — and we remained close throughout our years in public service. Proud of her Waiʻanae roots, she carried the voices of her community with her throughout her career. She made history in 2007 as the first woman to serve as President of the Hawaiʻi State Senate and later represented our state in Washington, D.C. as a member of Congress.

Colleen was unwavering in her commitment to doing what she believed was best for the people of Hawaiʻi. While she was known for her toughness and determination, those who knew her best also knew her as a sensitive and deeply caring person. I am grateful I was able to spend precious moments with her in her final days.

She loved her husband, John, and their dogs, Frannie and Pupper, dearly. My heart is with them and all of Colleen’s loved ones during this difficult time.

(Photo with Sen. Ronald D. Kouchi, and Congresswoman Colleen Hanabusa at the Hawaiʻi on the Hill Policy Summit in Washington, D.C., 2018.) ...

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Mar 5

We officially launched the Hawaiʻi Foodbank’s 27th Annual State Employees Food Drive, joined by the University of Hawaiʻi and public sector union leaders. As lieutenant governor, I have the honor of chairing this effort each year, bringing together our state employees — the Foodbank’s largest coalition of supporters — to help provide food for families across our state. 🥫

The reality is that 1 in 3 Hawaiʻi households continue to struggle with food insecurity. From now until May 8, our goal as state workers is to raise food and funds to support Hawaiʻi Foodbank and their commitment to feeding our ‘ohana. 🤝

Last year, state employees raised over 300,000 meals, so this year we’re aiming even higher. Anyone can support Hawaiʻi Foodbank at any time of year. To donate, get involved, or learn more about food assistance, visit hawaiifoodbank.org/state.

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Mar 3

Happy Read Across America! This year, I had the joy of joining Miss Palacio’s pre-K class at Puʻuhale Elementary School to read Can You Dance Like a Peacock? by Rekha S. Rajan. We didn’t just read — we got up, moved, and danced as we learned all about animals like peacocks, honeybees, and flamingos. 📚🦚

I also joined Ms. Matayoshi’s 1st-grade class at Lincoln Elementary to read A Fishy Alphabet in Hawaii by Leslie Hayashi, where we learned about Hawaiian and local names for our unique aquatic life. 🐠

Mahalo to all the keiki for inviting me to be a part of your special #ReadAcrossAmerica celebrations! ...

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Feb 27

For more than three decades, Hawaiʻi Children’s Action Network has been a powerful advocate for our keiki. As we continue moving #ReadyKeiki forward and expand access to pre-K across our state, this progress wouldn’t be possible without @hcan_hi and the many public, private, and nonprofit partners who stand alongside them.

I’m excited to welcome John-Paul Chaisson-Cárdenas as HCAN’s new Executive Director and look forward to his leadership in advancing the well-being of our children. And a big mahalo to Deb Zysman for her tireless commitment to building a Hawaiʻi where every child is safe, healthy, and ready to learn. ...

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Feb 23

At the Lieutenant Governor’s Office, one of our main responsibilities is providing apostille, certification, and name change services.

Along with launching Hawaiʻi's first-ever Apostille and Certification Online Portal in November, here’s a look at what our public services team accomplished in 2025.

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Feb 20

Mahalo to @holomuaes for inviting me to present at their Career Day! ✨ It was so inspiring to talk with 4th, 5th, and 6th graders who are interested in state government. We discussed public service and civic engagement, then wrapped up with a fun trivia game about Hawaiʻi’s state symbols.

Opportunities like this are so important for nurturing our keiki and showing them that any career path is possible. ...

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Feb 19

I had the opportunity to attend the Alzheimer`s Association Mahalo Pau Hana, celebrating the success of the organization`s annual Walk to End Alzheimer’s.

The reality of Alzheimer’s disease is that it touches almost every family in some way, and changes to our cognitive health can be deeply frightening. Mahalo to @alzhawaii for raising awareness about brain health and early detection, and for demonstrating the power of compassionate, community-driven advocacy. Through their continued efforts to advance meaningful change in addressing Alzheimer’s and dementia, they remind individuals and families across Hawaiʻi that they are not alone. ...

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Feb 18

Pockets of our state don’t have reliable internet — whether you’re driving to Hāna or down to Nā‘ālehu. That’s why it’s critical we bring connectivity to every community, so residents can get online for emergencies, telehealth, work, school, and staying connected.

Hawai‘i has received $149 million in BEAD (Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment) funding. These funds will help connect 7,000 unserved and underserved areas to high-speed fiber or satellite internet. ...

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Feb 17

Happy Lunar New Year! 🧧✨

Celebrating this special season with our Chinatown community is always an honor. Wishing everyone health and happiness as we welcome the Year of the Horse! 🐎

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Feb 14

Mahalo to HGEA for inviting me to speak at their Statewide Educational Institute Day held at Waiākea High School. I had the chance to thank the many principals, vice principals, educational officers and assistants who keep our schools running, supporting our students, and nurturing the next generation of leaders 👏

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Feb 13

Happy #DigitalLearningDay! 👩‍💻🤳

As more of our lives move online, digital education is essential—not just in classrooms but for all our residents. I met with Daniel, one of the many Digital Navigators based at our libraries, helping residents use technology to connect, learn, and grow.

Whether it’s setting up an email account or learning how to use a new device, the Digital Navigator program is a great way to build tech skills and receive free, one-on-one support. With our Digital Navigators, every day can be Digital Learning Day.

To learn more, call your local library branch or visit librarieshawaii.org.

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Feb 12

Today I had the opportunity to celebrate @techsavvyteenshawaii as a recipient of the Spectrum Digital Education Grant 🎉💻

Tech Savvy Teens is truly inspiring. They’re equipping middle and high school students with essential tech skills and empowering them to turn around and support our kūpuna with phone and tablet help, device setup, email support, and more. These are the everyday digital skills that keep us connected to family, services, and opportunities.

As we work to close the digital divide through #ConnectKakou, it’s community nonprofits like this that make real change happen — meeting residents where they are and helping ensure everyone can thrive in today’s online world. ...

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Feb 6

Over the weekend, I had a great visit to the Honolulu Zoo, learning about the work our zookeepers do and meeting some of the animals that call the zoo home 🦁🦏🦒

This zoo has a special history — it’s the only zoo in the United States gifted to the people through grants of royal land from a sovereign kingdom. Over a century later, it remains a special place where ʻohana can connect with and learn about wildlife.

Mahalo to the dedicated zookeepers who create healthy, enriching environments where animals can thrive, and to @honoluluzoo for being an important pillar of community and learning in Hawaiʻi. ...

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Feb 3

Last week, I had the opportunity to visit @kualoagrown at Kualoa Ranch and learn more about their extensive agriculture program. In 2024 alone, KualoaGrown produced more than 168,700 pounds of locally grown food, including a wide variety of fruits, vegetables, tropical flowers, and five types of animal protein, including over 60,000 oysters! 🦪

Mahalo to KualoaGrown and Kualoa Ranch for continuing to support Hawaiʻi’s agricultural future through conservation efforts and partnerships, including collaborations with UH Mānoa’s College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources (@ctahr) and the 4-H Program. These partnerships play an important role in educating the next generation about the importance of agriculture, farming, and ranching in Hawaiʻi so that we can strengthen local food production and support our agricultural community. ...

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Jan 31

Today’s episode talks about the “last mile” or the internet’s final sprint from infrastructure (think: fiber optic lines underground or communications lines) to our homes. #quickbytes #ConnectKakou

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Jan 29

Welcome to Consuelo Cottage! 🏠 I had the opportunity to attend the blessing ceremony for the new Early Head Start Infant & Toddler Center in ʻEwa Beach.

Overseen by Child & Family Service (CFS), this new center expands early learning and care options for families on the west side. As we work to make early education accessible for all our 3- and 4-year-olds under #ReadyKeiki, programs like this help move us closer to that goal.

The Early Head Start Infant & Toddler Center at Consuelo Cottage will serve families in the ʻEwa region and surrounding communities, expanding early learning opportunities while strengthening support for parents and caregivers. You can learn more at childandfamilyservice.org. ...

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Jan 27

Today, @govjoshgreen delivered his fourth State of the State Address, sharing a collective vision for a Hawaiʻi where our people can afford to live, thrive, and build a future we`re proud of for our keiki.

Hawaiʻi is rooted in kākou, the belief that we rise together. Mahalo, Gov, for your partnership and for leading our state forward as we work together to make Hawaiʻi the very best place to call home. ...

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Jan 23

Last week, I was honored to attend the launch of Harrison Johnson’s Pearl Harbor Virtual Reality Experience. Harrison’s passion for honoring the history of Pearl Harbor began when he was just 8-years-old. Now, at only 12, his determination has helped raise more than $100,000 to support this immersive virtual reality experience, bringing the stories of Pearl Harbor to life for future generations.

I was deeply inspired by Harrison’s dedication and hard work. Mahalo to Harrison, his family, and @pacifichistoricparks for preserving such an important part of Hawaiʻi’s history. ...

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