Senate President Ronald D. Kouchi (District 8 – Kauaʻi and Niʻihau) issued a statement today regarding Governor Josh Green’s appointment of now former-Representative Troy N. Hashimoto to the vacant Senate District 5 seat left by former Senator Gilbert S.C. Keith-Agaran:
“I am truly pleased to extend a warm welcome to Senator Hashimoto as our chamber’s newest member,” said Senate President Ronald D. Kouchi. “Given his character, experience as a legislator, and knowledge of the district, I am confident that he will be a valuable addition to the Senate.”