Years in Office
18
Bills Sponsored
725
Bills Co-Sponsored
4895
Committees
5
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. Representative
(2007-Present)Representing Hawaii
Hawai‘i Lieutenant Governor
(1994–2002)Member, Hawai‘i House of Representatives
(1981–94)Lawyer, Private Practice
Impact & Accomplishments
Notable contributions during Mazie Hirono's congressional service.
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.
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