The State of Hawai‘i bears the highest cost of living in the United States, the second-highest rate of homelessness per capita and an affordable housing shortage of 50,000 units.
Hawaiʻi Governor Josh Green today delivered an address marking one year in office. In his address, he highlighted issues and efforts to address affordable housing, education, tourism, red hill, gun violence, healthcare and Maui’s recovery following the Aug. 8 wildfires.