the mike was handed over to 98-year-old Yoshio Nakamura.

Hirono is committed to providing a rapid response to the devastating wildfires on Maui and delivering federal assistance to those affected by the disaster.she joined the Hawaii congressional delegation in introducing a bicameral resolution honoring the first responders and those who lost their lives and expressing support for the communities of West and Upcountry Maui.

It would allow more individuals impacted by the Maui wildfires to claim a personal casualty loss by eliminating the requirement to itemize deductions and removing the 10% loss requirement to qualify.included $16 billion in supplemental funding for the federal Disaster Relief Fund.It would also waive the 10% penalty on hardship withdrawals from retirement accounts to help those impacted by the fires make ends meet.

Jill Tokuda (CBS)The bill would lessen the tax burden on people impacted by major natural disasters in 2023.As communities on Maui continue to heal and recover from the devastating wildfires

Discussing her view of the resulting benefits.

executive of director Friends of Minidoka; Hanako Wakatsuki-Chong.which would provide federal resources for states to implement their crisis response infrastructure one year after the launch of 988.

this bill would authorize a new grant program within the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) to fund suicide prevention programs in EDs to train staff in suicide prevention strategies.we must commit to developing and advancing prevention practices that will save lives.

Expanding Data Collection to Improve Prevention Efforts: Currently.The legislation would also require SAMHSA to develop best practices for such programs.