Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard

Representing the 2nd District of Hawaii
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VIDEO: Rep. Tulsi Gabbard Delivers House Floor Remarks on Sequestration Impact for Hawaii

Feb 13, 2013

Washington, DC -- Today, Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard (HI-02) delivered remarks on the House floor urging action to avoid the devastating impact of sequestration cuts in Hawai‘i. A transcript is below.

Rep. Tulsi Gabbard Statement on the President’s State of the Union Address Tonight

Feb 12, 2013
Washington, DC – Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard (HI-02) released the following issue statements in advance of the President’s State of the Union address to Congress tonight.

Native Hawaiian Veterans Advocate to Join Rep. Tulsi Gabbard as State of the Union Guest

Feb 11, 2013

 

Washington, DC – Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard (HI-02) today announced Master Sergeant (Ret.) Clay Park will join her as a guest at the President’s State of the Union address tomorrow, February 12, 2013. Park currently serves as director of Papa Ola Lokahi’s Native Hawaiian Veterans Project (NHVP), which assists Native Hawaiian veterans with reintegration into civilian life, helps them apply for veterans benefits, and access health care services.

Hawaii Delegation Announces Maui County will Receive Smart Growth Assistance from the U.S. EPA

Feb 7, 2013

 

Rep. Tulsi Gabbard Cosponsors Commemorative Diwali Stamp Resolution

Feb 1, 2013
Washington, DC – Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard (HI-02) this week cosponsored a House Resolution calling for the U.S. Postal Service to establish a postage stamp to commemorate Diwali, the “festival of lights” marking the Hindu New Year.

Hawaii Delegation Annonces $1 million for Kaneohe Veterans Cemetery

Jan 30, 2013
Washington, D.C. – Senator Mazie K. Hirono, Senator Brian Schatz, and Representative Tulsi Gabbard announced today that Hawaii will receive more than $1 million to expand and improve the Hawaii State Veterans Cemetery in Kaneohe.

Rep. Tulsi Gabbard Statement on Defense Department Allowing Female Troops in Ground Combat

Jan 23, 2013
Washington, DC – Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard (HI-02) today released the following statement on the news that the Department of Defense will lift the ban on women serving in ground combat roles.

Rep. Tulsi Gabbard Statement on the 40th Anniversary of Roe v. Wade

Jan 22, 2013

Washington, DC - Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard (HI-02) today released the following statement on the 40th anniversary of the U.S. Supreme Court's Roe v. Wade decision:

"Forty years ago this month, the U.S. Supreme Court affirmed a woman’s constitutional right to choose in Roe v. Wade.  This landmark decision ensures that women can make their own health decisions, and if they want to, consult with their doctor, family, and faith.

Afghanistan Veteran to be Rep. Tulsi Gabbard’s Honored Guest at Presidential Inaugural Ball

Jan 18, 2013
Washington, DC – Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard (HI-02) today announced Captain (Ret.) Chris Marvin, a decorated Army combat veteran, will be joining her as an honored guest at the President’s official Inaugural Ball on Monday, January 21, 2013.

Rep. Tulsi Gabbard Announces “National Day of Service” Opportunities in Hawai’i

Jan 17, 2013
Washington, DC – Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard (HI-02) today announced opportunities in Hawai`i to participate in the National Day of Service on Saturday, January 19, 2013.