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Welcome back to The Negotiation Table!
The Trump-Musk administration took over the federal government like a wrecking ball at the end of January, cutting vital public services, firing workers by the thousands, and threatening federal funding for local communities, all to pay for tax cuts for the ultra-wealthy billionaires.
With us this episode, we have US. Rep. Jill Tokuda back on the podcast to help bring clarity during these tumultuous times.
Tell us how federal funding cuts are impacting your job or the services you provide at yourstory@hgea.org.
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A total of 29 members are running for seats on the HGEA Board of Directors, with contested races for president, Units 3 and 13, and Oahu At-Large, to serve from July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2027.
New eBallots
This year, the election will be conducted digitally through our secure, third-party election provider eBallot. Electronic ballots will be emailed to the addresses we have on file.
To make sure you receive a ballot, confirm that your contact info is current at hgea.org/mycontact.
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Kaimuki High School Principal Lorelei Aiwohi and Maui Waena Intermediate School Principal Jacquelyn McCandless, both members of Unit 6, have been named the state’s 2025 National Principals of the Year by the Hawaii Association of Secondary School Administrators. McCandless is the middle school honoree and Aiwohi is the high school honoree.
The HGEA ohana celebrates these two dedicated public servants and educators who prove every single day that Hawaii really does work best when we do. Congratulations!
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Meet the First and Only Female Watercraft Operator
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Unit 15’s Kapua Chang is breaking barriers as a water safety officer. She’s the first —and only — female rescue watercraft operator.
“My goal is to help inspire more women to try out and become a part of the team,” Chang told MidWeek.
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HGEA members can enjoy special rates for select vehicles. Take advantage of these discounts today.
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Hawaii State AFL-CIO Scholarships
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Apply Now! Applications due April 11.
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If you have specific inquiries, contact your local HGEA office or the HGEA Member Service Center at
(808) 543-0000 or service@hgea.org.
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