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Senator Akaka at the groundbreaking for the Honolulu Rail Transit Project. Click above for more pictures...
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Akaka applauds TSA's launch of passenger pre-screening program at Honolulu airport Feb 8 2012
"This program will help frequent travelers who pass through security all the time get where they are going with less waiting and fewer hassles, while allowing TSA to focus on larger threats," said Senator Akaka.
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After meeting with nominee to head Pacific Command, Akaka pledges support at Thursday's confirmation hearing Feb 7 2012
"Admiral Locklear is a well qualified candidate to head PACOM with an impeccable military record serving our country," said Senator Akaka.
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Honolulu receives federal approval to begin advanced construction of rail route Feb 6 2012
The Federal Transit Administration granted the city permission to spend $184.7 million to begin building the foundation and pillars along the first segment of the Honolulu rail transit route.
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Banking Committee approves $45 million in Hawaii public transportation funding advocated by Akaka Feb 2 2012
Bipartisan legislation increases Hawaii funding by $4.15 million over last year
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Indian Affairs Committee holds legislative hearing on settlement and land into trust bills Feb 2 2012
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APEC: THE ISSUES - Bonds over meal fostered U.S.-Vietnam diplomacy Nov 7 2011
This op-ed by Senator Akaka appeared in the Honolulu Star-Advertiser on Sunday, November 6
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Honolulu Star-Advertiser: Isle leaders back bill targeting alien pests Oct 28 2011
At the hearing, held on Oahu by U.S. Sen. Daniel Akaka, who introduced the legislation, state officials said the bill would help to coordinate and improve agricultural inspections.
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Honolulu Civil Beat: Akaka Proposes Bill to Combat Invasive Species Oct 28 2011
Senator Akaka: "Invasive species could permanently devastate Hawaii's fragile ecosystem, and in the process, destroy our state's economy and character."
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CQ Today: First Day of Homeland Security Authorization Puts Focus on Domestic Terrorism Sep 16 2011
Akaka and other panel members - mostly Democrats - argued the department should not single out one specific ideology.






















