Representative Jill Tokuda, Democratic from Hawaii

Jill Tokuda

Representative · Hawaii · Democrat

Jill Tokuda

Biography
Jill Tokuda, a former nonprofit executive, was elected as the U.S. Representative for Hawaii’s 2nd congressional district in 2022. She focuses on strengthening disaster preparedness, expanding access to healthcare, and supporting Hawaii’s economic resilience. Tokuda serves on the House Agriculture and Armed Services Committees, where she has advocated for federal wildfire relief and improved food security for island communities. She approaches her work with a collaborative, solutions-oriented style, aiming to address Hawaii’s unique challenges and represent her district’s diverse voices in Congress.
Education
  • B.A. in International Relations Major and Japanese Minor, George Washington University, Washington, DC
    1997
Professional History

  • U.S. Representative

    2023-Present

    Representing Hawaii's 2nd district

  • Nonprofit Executive, Nisei Veterans Memorial Center

    2019–22

  • Member, Hawai‘i Senate

    2007–18

    (Majority Whip, 2009–14)

  • Consultant

  • Business Owner

  • Staffer, Lieutenant governor Mazie Hirono

Policy Focus
Agriculture and Food26%
Native Americans15%
Health13%
Government Operations and Politics6%
Notable Legislation

Key legislative actions from Jill Tokuda's record in Congress.

  • Disaster Relief Funding

    Secured federal disaster relief funding for Maui following the 2023 wildfires.

  • Agriculture Support

    Advocated for and obtained federal support to strengthen Hawaii’s local agriculture and food security.

  • Affordable Housing

    Supported increased federal funding for affordable housing initiatives in Hawaii.

  • Native Hawaiian Programs

    Championed federal investments in Native Hawaiian education and health programs.

Committee Assignments
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  • House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party
  • House Committee on Agriculture
  • House Committee on Armed Services

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