Les Ihara

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Hawaii consistently ranks among the most expensive states for doing business, with heavy regulatory requirements — what specific reforms are you supporting in the State Senate to reduce licensing burdens and lower operational costs for small businesses, particularly in the retail and food service sectors?

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Hawaii faces some of the highest housing costs in the nation, disproportionately affecting low- and middle-income residents — what concrete legislative measures are you championing in the State Senate to increase the supply of affordable housing and protect renters from displacement?

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Hawaii's aging water and wastewater infrastructure has led to several high-profile sewage spills affecting public health and tourism — how are you prioritizing state investment in upgrading these critical systems, and what is your plan for securing the funding needed to complete repairs across the islands?