Aloha friends & neighbors,

The 2012 Legislative Session is officially underway. January 18th was the opening with a small reception following the ceremony. It was a less grand celebration than we have had in years past but I was happy to have the opportunity to meet and greet some old friends and make some new acquaintances.

If you missed it, please be assured that my door (Room 201 at the State Capitol) is open if you want to stop by and offer suggestions for legislation, give me an earful about something that needs to be done, or simply talk story. Of course, you can always send me an email or give me a call, too. I can only represent your best interests in government if I know what they are.

Me ka pumehana,

Mike Gabbard, State Senator, District 19 Chair, Energy/Environment Committee   Contact me with your ideas or concerns   For official legislative business only Senator Mike Gabbard Hawaii State Capitol, Room 201 Honolulu, Hawai`i 96813 Phone: 808-586-6830 Fax: 808-586-6679 E-mail: sengabbard@capitol.hawaii.gov   Latest News January 2011 Newsletter - for all the latest news Senator Gabbard's Flickr Photostream - for all the latest photos     ThinkTech Hawai`i Radio Show - December 28, 2011 Senator Mike Gabbard and Ken Kelly, of the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, were interviewed by Jay Fidell for his Think Tech Hawai‘i Radio Show on 760 KGU-AM on December 28th. Pictured in front (L to R) are Jay, Senator Gabbard, and Ken. _____ Kapolei Sustainable Energy Park Solar Commissioning Ceremony and Blessing - December 22, 2011 The Solar Commissioning Ceremony and Blessing of the Kapolei Sustainable Energy Park took place on December 22nd. Senator Mike Gabbard was on hand to share in the festivities. Pictured with him are Senator Will Espero and Constance Lau, President and CEO of Hawaiian Electric Industries. _____ Retirement Ceremony of Command Sergeant Major Iuniasolua Savusa - December 19, 2011 Senator Mike Gabbard presented an Honorary Certificate to Command Sergeant Major Iuniasolua Savusa during his retirement ceremony at Fort Shafter’s historic Palm Circle on December 19, 2011. The ceremony was highlighted by a speech from General Francis Wiercinski, Army Pacific Commander, who described the distinguished service and bravery of CSM Savusa. _____   Videos Senator Gabbard's Performance at his Fundraiser Senator Mike Gabbard Performed Bob Dylan's "The Times They Are A Changin" on May 10, 2011 at his fundraiser at Gentry Pacific Design Center.                 - return to top -