Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of H. Res. 1492, our bipartisan resolution reaffirming the enduring partnership between the Pacific Islands Forum and the United States. The United States is a Pacific nation. We share deep and longstanding ties and values with the peoples of the Pacific. The Pacific Islands Forum, currently 18 members strong, has served since 1971 as the Pacific's premier multilateral political and economic organization, advancing shared priorities, including regional security, economic development, and disaster resilience.
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Ed Case
Representative · Hawaii · Democrat
Ed Case
House Floor
Recent comments in the House
Mr. Speaker, I also rise today in support of the National Wildlife Refuge System Invasive Species Strike Team Act, a bipartisan measure which I am proud to have introduced with my colleague from Guam (Mr. Moylan). A special thanks to the House Natural Resources Committee, on which I was privileged to serve for 6 years, and the chair and ranking member of the subcommittee and full committee, for working with us to develop a mutually acceptable measure and for bringing it to the floor.
Biography
Ed Case, a former business executive and attorney, serves as the U.S. Representative for Hawaii’s 1st Congressional District, first elected in 2002 and returning to Congress in 2019. He prioritizes sustainable economic development, environmental protection, and affordable housing for Hawaii’s residents. Case has played a key role on the House Appropriations Committee, advocating for federal investments in local infrastructure and natural resource conservation. Known for his pragmatic approach, he consistently seeks to balance Hawaii’s unique needs with national policy, striving to represent his district with transparency and accountability.
Education
- J.D., University of California / Hastings College of Law, San Francisco, CA1981
- B.A. in Psychology, Williams College, Williamstown, MA1975
Professional History
U.S. Representative
2019–PresentRepresented Hawaii's 1st congressional district for 4 terms.
U.S. Representative
2003–2007Represented Hawaii's 2nd congressional district for 2 terms.
Outrigger Hotels Hawai‘i, Senior vice President/chief Legal officer
2013–18Attorney, Bays Lung Rose & Holma
2007–13Attorney, Carlsmith Ball
1983–2002(partner, 1989–2002
Hawai‘i House of Representatives
1994–2002(Majority Leader, 1999–2000)
Managing Partner
1992–94)
Ma¯noa Neighborhood Board
1985–89Law Clerk, Hawai‘i Supreme Court chief justice William Richardson
1981–82Attorney, Private Practice
Policy Focus
Transportation and Public Works19%
International Affairs15%
Public Lands and Natural Resources13%
Immigration10%
Notable Legislation
Key legislative actions from Ed Case's record in Congress.
Native Hawaiian Health Care
Co-sponsored legislation to reauthorize and expand funding for Native Hawaiian Health Care programs.
Indo-Pacific Security
Advocated for increased defense funding and strategic initiatives for Hawaii's role in Indo-Pacific security.
COVID-19 Relief Funding
Helped secure federal COVID-19 relief funds for Hawaii’s small businesses, healthcare providers, and workers.
Environmental Protection
Supported increased federal funding for invasive species control and watershed protection in Hawaii.
Committee Assignments
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