Senator Mazie Hirono, Democratic from Hawaii

Mazie Hirono

Senator · Hawaii · Democrat

Mazie Hirono

Biography
Mazie Hirono began her career as an advocate for immigrant families, drawing on her own experience moving to Hawaii from Japan as a child. Elected as U.S. Senator for Hawaii in 2012, she has prioritized accessible healthcare, immigration reform, and climate resilience. Hirono played a key role in expanding veterans’ healthcare benefits and has served on the Senate Judiciary and Armed Services Committees. Through her direct, principled approach, she amplifies the voices of Hawaii’s diverse communities in the national conversation.
Education
  • J.D., Georgetown University, Washington, DC
    1978
  • B.A., University of Hawai‘i, Manoa, HI
    1970
Professional History
  • U.S. Senator

    2013–Present

    Senator from Hawaii. 3 terms.

  • U.S. Representative

    2007–2013

    Represented Hawaii's 2nd congressional district for 3 terms.

  • Hawai‘i Lieutenant Governor

    1994–2002

  • Member, Hawai‘i House of Representatives

    1981–94

  • Lawyer, Private Practice

Policy Focus
Immigration6%
Health6%
Education5%
Agriculture and Food4%
Notable Legislation

Key legislative actions from Mazie Hirono's record in Congress.

  • Veterans Affairs Reform

    Co-authored the Veterans' Access to Care through Choice, Accountability, and Transparency Act to improve veterans' healthcare services.

  • Native Hawaiian Education Funding

    Secured federal funding increases for Native Hawaiian education programs to support culturally relevant learning and student achievement.

  • Disaster Recovery Funding

    Helped secure federal disaster relief funds for Hawaii following volcanic eruptions and hurricanes impacting the state.

  • Immigration Protections

    Advocated for and helped pass measures to extend protections for immigrants, including co-sponsoring the DREAM Act.

Committee Assignments
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  • Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources
  • Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs
  • Senate Committee on Armed Services
  • Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship
  • Senate Committee on the Judiciary

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