Spotlight Now: Hawaii legislative leaders break down the 2026 session
Hawaiʻi’s legislative leaders are taking stock of what got done this session — and what didn’t — as attention shifts quickly to the next round of races. On Spotlight Now, the conversation focused on policy choices made at the state Capitol and the political road ahead. Senate President Ron Kouchi and House Vice Speaker Linda Ichiyama review major takeaways from the session, including wins and tough affordability choices. Then HNN political analyst Colin Moore reflects on the session's "fiscal triage" and what lies ahead as Hawaiʻi heads into election season.See…
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