Hawaii lawmakers end session, noting wins and future hurdles

Hawaii Legislature ends 2025 session on sour note - Hawaii Tribune-Herald

The last day of the legislative session ended Friday just like it did in 2023: with House Republicans snapping at one another on the House floor shortly after senators walked across the state Capitol, held hands with House members and sang “Hawai‘i Aloha.”

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It’s debatable how well the 2025 Legislature took care of constituents, but lawmakers diligently looked after themselves.

Hawaii lawmakers end session, noting wins and future hurdles

HONOLULU (KHON2) -- State House Speaker Nadine Nakamura said she was filled with gratitude, pride and relief as the 2025 legislative session came to a close. Lawmakers said they accomplished a lot over the past four months but acknowledged that tough decisions could still lie ahead. Big changes coming to Wahiawa The session ended Thursday, with many lawmakers calling it a success — including Republicans, despite none of their bills passing…