Lauren Cheape Matsumoto

Environment / Energy Ensure agricultural lands are protected for agricultural use to produce food for our local communities. Environment / Energy Ensure agricultural lands are protected for agricultural use to produce food for our local communities. Criminal Justice / Public Safety Strengthen families and protect children from generational trauma Hawai‘i’s prison systems might cause by creating restorative justice opportunities for incarcerated parents. Criminal Justice / Public Safety Focus state resources toward crime prevention by creating rehabilitation and reentry services that will decrease the percentage of reoffending criminals. Government Reform Repeal the income tax for minimum wage earners and lower rates for the middle class. Housing Increase financing options to support down payments on home purchases. Environment / Energy Invest in water, electrical and transportation infrastructure to increase productivity and connect farmers to markets. Education Continue to support partnerships between K-12 schools and community partners to allow for real-world experiences and support. Education Educate the whole child by funding physical education, arts, vocational tech, and in corporate extra-curricular programs into the school day. Economy Focus on diversifying our economy through agriculture, technology, and the film industry. Housing Establish a local housing market to increase the ability of Hawaii residents to purchase homes. Taxes / Budget Make food and medical services exempt from the General Excise tax in order to help families afford their everyday necessities. Economy Support our local businesses.