Sen. Hirono meets with new Secretary of Transportation to discuss needs of Kalaupapa

Mazie Hirono, Hawaii’s newest U.S. Senator, met with U.S. Secretary of Transportation and former Charlotte Mayor Anthony Foxx to discuss the essential air service for Kalaupapa.

The meeting, held during the second week of June, also covered the importance of Honolulu’s rail system, for which the city secured a full funding grant agreement in December 2012.

When the subject turned to Kaulapapa, The two discussed continuing to ensure quality, essential air service to Kalaupapa. Mayor Foxx noting the importance of such service for the isolated peninsula’s vulnerable population.

“He (Foxx) understood the importance of essential air service for Kalaupapa,” said Hirono. “Reliable and affordable air transportation service for this community is a lifeline. I look forward to working closely with Mayor Foxx after he is confirmed as our next Transportation Secretary.”

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