In June 2026, Hawaii Governor Josh Green signs an emergency proclamation for Operation Hoopauahi, proactively funding wildfire preparedness before fire season begins. Host Marc Ellery breaks down Green's strategy following the devastating 2023 Lahaina fire, examining how the state is using emergency authority to prevent disaster rather than react to it.

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In June 2026, host Marc Ellery examines Hawaii Governor Josh Green's administration advancing food innovation and Lahaina harbor recovery while navigating Lieutenant Governor Sylvia Luke's indefinite leave amid a bribery investigation.

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AI host Marc Ellery examines Hawaii Governor Josh Green's communications operation after Director Makana McClellan receives Communicator of the Year honors. Ellery analyzes messaging challenges, from wildfire recovery to climate policy, exploring effective government communication in America's most geographically unique state.

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Marc Ellery covers Governor Josh Green's seventh emergency proclamation in two months as Hawaii battles relentless Kona Low storms. State agencies coordinate disaster response while Green appoints Keith Regan as Acting Lieutenant Governor, testing the islands' emergency infrastructure and resilience.

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Host Marc Ellery covers Hawaii Governor Josh Green's $500 million Maui wildfire recovery plan for 10,000 new homes, Lieutenant Governor Sylvia Luke's indefinite leave following bribery investigation reports, and Green's proposal to freeze tax cuts for disaster relief. The episode explores storm recovery programs and western governors' disaster management collaboration.

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Host Marc Ellery examines Governor Josh Green's recent decisions in Hawaii, covering a weather-related office closure on Oahu and the state's February 2026 unemployment rate of 2.3 percent. The episode discusses Hawaii's economic resilience while highlighting ongoing housing affordability and climate adaptation challenges.

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Marc Ellery examines Governor Josh Green's $385 million Maui wildfire relief package, federal disaster response, and Hawaii's climate commitments including 100% renewable energy by 2045. The episode covers housing reconstruction, coral restoration, and the state's challenge of rebuilding while preparing for future disasters.

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Marc Ellery covers Governor Josh Green's response to Kona Low storms, securing federal disaster aid, launching a $16M case management program for survivors, and obtaining IRS deadline extensions while managing legislative appointments and food safety oversight across Hawaii's islands.

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Governor Josh Green tackles overlapping crises: Kona Low storm damage closes Oahu offices, FEMA disaster declarations are sought, and Maui wildfire recovery continues with only 42 of 1,500 structures rebuilt. Marc Ellery explores Green's climate agenda, housing initiatives, and the $100 million green fee funding Hawaii's resilience.

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**Hawaii Governor Podcast: Governor Josh Green's Response to Devastating Kona Low Storms**

Tune in as Marc explores Hawaii's most significant recent crisis: the devastating back-to-back Kona Low storms that have impacted communities across all islands. In this episode, we break down Governor Josh Green's emergency response efforts and the massive recovery operation underway.

**What You'll Learn:**

- Over $1 billion in damage from consecutive Kona Low storms affecting Hawaii

- Governor Green's Major Disaster Declaration request to unlock federal FEMA funding

- The $175 million state emergency funding package for immediate recovery support

- New statewide Disaster Case Management Program connecting survivors with trained case managers

- Debris removal operations across Oahu and ongoing recovery efforts

- How residents can access housing support and financial assistance (call 211)

- Governor Green's leadership approach emphasizing partnership and resilience with county mayors, state legislators, and the National Guard

**Key Highlights:**

- 1,500+ homes damaged; 24 completely destroyed

- $40 million in agricultural losses

- 2 trillion gallons of water from storms

- 40+ dedicated case managers providing recovery support

- Western Governors Association policy forum in Maui examining disaster recovery lessons

Perfect for listeners interested in Hawaii news, emergency management, disaster recovery, and state government leadership.

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