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Senate District 16
‘Aiea, ‘Aiea Heights, Hālawa, Pearlridge, Newtown, Royal Summit, Waimalu, Waiau, Momilani, Pacific Palisades, and Pearl City
Room: 217
Phone: 808-586-6230
Fax: 808-586-6231
[email protected]

Born in ‘Aiea to a single mother and raised by Filipino immigrant grandparents, Brandon learned the values of commitment and responsibility at an early age. He was also taught about respect, the importance of hard work, and the value of community through his extended family.

After graduating from ‘Aiea High School, Brandon sought to explore beyond what Hawai‘i had to offer. He decided to attend Saint Mary’s College of California, where he discovered his passion for public service. He served as a resident advisor to his peers in the dormitories, and cofounded the Hawai‘i Club, where he later served as president. He received numerous awards for his dedication to student affairs and community service.

Upon graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics and Business Administration, Brandon moved back home and taught social justice and world religions at Damien Memorial School. He also became active in his community once again, serving on the ‘Aiea Neighborhood Board, and eventually became a staff assistant to Hawai‘i State Senator Will Espero.

From 2011 to 2014, Brandon began working as a legislative aide to Honolulu City Councilmember Breene Harimoto. He assisted the Councilmember with tracking and following infrastructure and development projects as well as handling constituent issues in the ‘Aiea, Pearl City and Waipahū communities. This experience solidified his commitment to public service to serve the people of Hawai‘i.

Brandon is currently the Vice Chair for the Water and Land (WTL) committee and the Public Safety and Intergovernmental and Military Affairs (PSM) committee, as well as a member of the Judiciary (JDC) committee and Transportation and Culture and the Arts (TCA) committee. He is also the Co-Chair of the Joint Crime and Justice Caucus and a member of the Filipino Caucus.
EDUCATION

‘Aiea High School, Class of 2004
Saint Mary’s College of California: BS Economics and Business Administration, 2008
Chaminade University: Master’s in Business Administration, 2011


SERVICE

Current:
   Hawai‘i State Senate
     • Vice Chair Water and Land (WTL)
     • Vice Chair Public Safety and Intergovernmental and Military Affairs (PSM)
     • Member, Judiciary (JDC)
     • Member, Transportation and Culture and the Arts (TCA)
     • Co-Chair, Joint Crime and Justice Caucus
     • Member, Filipino Caucus

Past:
   Honolulu City Council (2014-2022)
     • Chair, Zoning and Planning
     • Chair, Business Economic Development and Tourism
     • Chair, Public Health, Safety, and Welfare
     • Chair, Transportation
     • Chair, Oahu Metropolitan Planning Organization
     • Vice Chair, Budget Committee
     • Vice Chair, Transportation, Sustainability, and Health
     • Member, Budget, Executive Matters and Legal Affairs
     • Member, Executive Management
     • Member, Public Infrastructure and Technology

   ‘Aiea Neighborhood Board
     • Member

 Other:
     • Member, JCI Hawai‘i Filipino Jaycees
     • Member, Honolulu Japanese Junior Chamber of Commerce
     • Chair, Large Cities Council for NLC
     • Member, Board of Directors: National League of Cities (NLC)
     • Member, Transportation and Infrastructure Committee (NLC)
     • High School Teacher

 Awards:
     • 2020, Distinguished Toastmaster
     • 2015, Pacific Business News 40 Under 40

2023 Committee Member of
 2023 Allowance Report
Expenditure Report
 Measures Introduced in 2023
Measure and Title
SB35 SD2
RELATING TO CIVIL LEGAL SERVICES.
SB63 SD2 HD3
RELATING TO NURSES.
SB78
RELATING TO THE STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION DIVISION.
SB89 SD1
RELATING TO MARINE MANAGEMENT AREAS.
SB100 SD1
RELATING TO THE KAHOOLAWE ISLAND RESERVE COMMISSION.
SB139 SD2 HD1
RELATING TO IMPORTANT HOUSING LANDS.
SB340 SD2 HD1
RELATING TO HOUSING.
SB370
RELATING TO ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING SYSTEMS.
SB454 SD1
RELATING TO THE HAWAII CORRECTIONAL SYSTEM OVERSIGHT COMMISSION.
SB468
RELATING TO AQUATIC NUISANCE SPECIES.
SB491
RELATING TO AFFORDABLE HOUSING.
SB492
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION FINANCING.
SB493 SD2
RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLE INSPECTIONS.
SB494 SD2 HD1
RELATING TO VACANT AND ABANDONED RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY.
SB495
RELATING TO BUILDING CODES.
SB496
RELATING TO HEALTH.
SB497 SD1 HD1 CD1
RELATING TO COMMERCIAL VEHICLES.
SB498 SD2
RELATING TO FIREWORKS.
SB499
RELATING TO PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS, ARCHITECTS, SURVEYORS AND LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS.
SB500 SD1 HD2
RELATING TO MENTAL HEALTH AT THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII.
SB501
RELATING TO DIGITAL EQUITY.
SB679
RELATING TO ORAL HEALTH.
SB699 SD2 HD1
RELATING TO STATE CAPITOL TOURS.
SB702
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
SB743 SD1 HD1 CD1
RELATING TO COFFEE PEST CONTROL.
SB787
RELATING TO THE EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM.
SB812 SD1
RELATING TO IMMIGRANT SERVICES.
SB813 SD1 HD2 CD1
RELATING TO COURT INTERPRETERS.
SB843
RELATING TO WAGES.
SB846
RELATING TO FIREWORKS.
SB847
RELATING TO PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS.
SB848
RELATING TO MOPEDS.
SB849
RELATING TO SOCIAL SERVICES.
SB850
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
SB851
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE SIXTEENTH SENATORIAL DISTRICT.
SB852
RELATING TO HIGHWAY SAFETY.
SB853 SD1
RELATING TO THE HAWAII HEALTHY AGING PARTNERSHIP.
SB871 SD1
RELATING TO THE HAWAII HOUSING FINANCE AND DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.
SB903 SD1
RELATING TO RESTORATIVE JUSTICE.
SB904
RELATING TO PROBATION.
SB968 SD2 HD1 CD1
RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.
SB1044 SD2 HD2
RELATING TO MENTAL HEALTH.
SB1068 SD2 HD1
RELATING TO BEACHES.
SB1082 SD2 HD1
RELATING TO PUBLIC PARKING SPACES.
SB1090
RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLES.
SB1125
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION.
SB1163 SD1 HD1 CD1
RELATING TO CIVIL AIR PATROL.
SB1165
RELATING TO VOTER REGISTRATION.
SB1166 SD2 HD2 CD1
RELATING TO THE RENEWAL OF DRIVER'S LICENSES.
SB1199
RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY INSPECTIONS.
SB1419
RELATING TO THE HAWAII HEALTHY AGING PARTNERSHIP.
SB1447 SD1 HD1
RELATING TO TOBACCO PRODUCTS.
SB1448
RELATING TO THE STATE BOARD OF PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS, ARCHITECTS, SURVEYORS, AND LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS.
SB1480
RELATING TO THE ENVIRONMENT.
SB1523 SD1
RELATING TO THE STATE BOARD OF PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS, ARCHITECTS, SURVEYORS AND LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS.
SB1577 SD1 HD1
RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND CONSUMER AFFAIRS.
SB1587
RELATING TO AFFORDABLE HOUSING.
SCR28
DESIGNATING THE MONTH OF MARCH AS HAWAII KIDNEY AWARENESS MONTH.
SCR43
REQUESTING THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO MOVE FORWARD WITH A PEARL HARBOR HISTORIC TRAIL PILOT DEMONSTRATION PROJECT AND ENTER INTO A LONG-TERM AGREEMENT WITH THE UNITED STATES NAVY, IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU AND STATE AGENCIES, TO ENSURE THE REVITALIZATION OF THE MULTI-USE TRAIL.
SCR52 SD1 HD1
REQUESTING THE CONVENING OF A SUNSET MEMORIAL PARK WORKING GROUP TO STUDY POTENTIAL SOLUTIONS AND MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR A LONG-TERM MANAGEMENT PLAN, FOR SUNSET MEMORIAL PARK.
SCR56
REQUESTING THE BOARD OF EDUCATION TO REVIEW VARIOUS PROGRAMS AND SUBJECT MATTER AREAS FOR IMPLEMENTATION IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS.
SCR67
REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR'S COORDINATOR ON HOMELESSNESS TO CONDUCT A STUDY ON THE COST OF PROGRAMS AND SERVICES NECESSARY TO END CHRONIC HOMELESSNESS BY 2030.
SCR84 SD1
REQUESTING THAT THE CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER REVIEW WHETHER ALL DEPARTMENTS, AGENCIES, AND OFFICES OF THE STATE HAVE UP-TO-DATE TECHNOLOGY TO REDUCE CYBER THREATS AND HELP PROTECT THE STATE AGAINST CYBERATTACKS.
SCR89
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY TO WORK IN COLLABORATION TO PRESERVE THE HEALTH AND SAFETY OF SPECIAL NEEDS INMATES AND OTHERS IN THE STATE'S JAILS AND PRISONS.
SCR90 SD1
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY TO SUBMIT A REPORT TO THE LEGISLATURE DETAILING THE DEPARTMENT'S PROCESS IN ASSISTING INMATES IN OBTAINING IDENTIFICATION CARDS.
SCR91 SD1 HD1
REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR TO CONVENE A TASK FORCE TO EXAMINE AND MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS ON THE EXISTING PROCEDURES FOR THE ADOPTION OF THE STATE BUILDING CODE.
SCR98 SD1
URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING AND GENERAL SERVICES, AND HAWAII STATE ENERGY OFFICE TO COLLABORATE TO DEVELOP, IMPLEMENT, ADMINISTER, AND MANAGE VARIOUS TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM PROGRAMS AT PUBLIC FACILITIES THAT INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO CONSTRUCTION OR CONVERSION OF PARKING STALLS TO ACCOMMODATE ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING, SECURE BICYCLE STORAGE LOCKERS, AND PARKING STALL SHARING BETWEEN PUBLIC EMPLOYEES.
SCR100 HD1
REQUESTING THE STATE FOUNDATION ON CULTURE AND THE ARTS TO COLLABORATE WITH THE OFFICE OF VETERANS' SERVICES TO PLAN AND CONSTRUCT MEMORIALS TO HONOR THE SACRIFICES AND CONTRIBUTIONS OF VETERANS FROM HAWAII.
SCR105
URGING THE OFFICE OF PLANNING AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT TO DEVELOP A FOOD RESILIENCY PLAN FOR STATE OF EMERGENCIES CAUSED BY DISASTERS.
SCR108
URGING THE JUDICIARY TO IMPLEMENT THE HOPE PROBATION PROGRAM AS IT WAS CONCEIVED AND IMPLEMENTED FROM 2004 TO 2020.
SCR114
RECOGNIZING AUGUST 8, 2023, AS HAWAIIAN HONEYCREEPERS CELEBRATION DAY.
SCR115
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO ADOPT ADMINISTRATIVE RULES PROHIBITING RECREATIONAL BOATING ACTIVITIES IN MARINE LIFE CONSERVATION DISTRICTS.
SCR116 SD1
REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A PERFORMANCE AUDIT OF ALL THE PROGRAMS WITHIN THE STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION DIVISION OF THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES.
SCR158
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY TO CONVENE A WORKING GROUP TO MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS ON HOW TO IMPROVE SECURITY AT THE STATE CAPITOL.
SCR184
URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE'S AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT DIVISION TO CONDUCT AND PUBLISH A STUDY ON PROTEIN CONSUMPTION IN THE STATE.
SCR219 SD1 HD1
REQUESTING THAT THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES ADOPT ADMINISTRATIVE RULES REGULATING VESSEL SPEED NEAR HUMPBACK WHALES.
SR36
ENCOURAGING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION SERVICES OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO EXPAND THE RED-LIGHT SAFETY PROGRAM TO WINDWARD, LEEWARD, AND CENTRAL OAHU.
SR37
REQUESTING THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO MOVE FORWARD WITH A PEARL HARBOR HISTORIC TRAIL PILOT DEMONSTRATION PROJECT AND ENTER INTO A LONG-TERM AGREEMENT WITH THE UNITED STATES NAVY, IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU AND STATE AGENCIES, TO ENSURE THE REVITALIZATION OF THE MULTI-USE TRAIL.
SR38
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO EVALUATE CERTAIN AIEA ROADWAYS AND IDENTIFY OPPORTUNITIES FOR IMPROVEMENT OF TRAFFIC CONDITIONS AND PEDESTRIAN SAFETY.
SR47 SD1
REQUESTING THE CONVENING OF A SUNSET MEMORIAL PARK WORKING GROUP TO STUDY POTENTIAL SOLUTIONS AND MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR A LONG-TERM MANAGEMENT PLAN, FOR SUNSET MEMORIAL PARK.
SR60
REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR'S COORDINATOR ON HOMELESSNESS TO CONDUCT A STUDY ON THE COST OF PROGRAMS AND SERVICES NECESSARY TO END CHRONIC HOMELESSNESS BY 2030.
SR74
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND ALL COUNTY TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENTS TO INSTALL DESIGNATIONS OF "DO NOT BLOCK" AND RELATED SIGNAGE AT HIGH TRAFFIC INTERSECTIONS.
SR75 SD1
REQUESTING THAT THE CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER REVIEW WHETHER ALL DEPARTMENTS, AGENCIES, AND OFFICES OF THE STATE HAVE UP-TO-DATE TECHNOLOGY TO REDUCE CYBER THREATS AND HELP PROTECT THE STATE AGAINST CYBERATTACKS.
SR80
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, OFFICE OF PLANNING AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT, AND DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO JOINTLY EVALUATE EXISTING INFRASTRUCTURE TO DETERMINE CURRENT SEWER CAPACITIES AND PROJECTED FUTURE CAPACITY NEEDS FOR DEVELOPMENT ALONG TRANSIT-ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT SPECIAL DISTRICTS.
SR81
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY TO WORK IN COLLABORATION TO PRESERVE THE HEALTH AND SAFETY OF SPECIAL NEEDS INMATES AND OTHERS IN THE STATE'S JAILS AND PRISONS.
SR82 SD1
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY TO SUBMIT A REPORT TO THE LEGISLATURE DETAILING THE DEPARTMENT'S PROCESS IN ASSISTING INMATES IN OBTAINING IDENTIFICATION CARDS.
SR83
REQUESTING THE TASK FORCE ON BEACH AND WATER SAFETY TO RESUME CONVENING REGULAR MEETINGS AS MANDATED BY LAW AND PROVIDE A CURRENT STATUS REPORT TO THE LEGISLATURE.
SR84 SD1
REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR TO CONVENE A TASK FORCE TO EXAMINE AND MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS ON THE EXISTING PROCEDURES FOR THE ADOPTION OF THE STATE BUILDING CODE.
SR91 SD1
URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING AND GENERAL SERVICES, AND HAWAII STATE ENERGY OFFICE TO COLLABORATE TO DEVELOP, IMPLEMENT, ADMINISTER, AND MANAGE VARIOUS TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM PROGRAMS AT PUBLIC FACILITIES THAT INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO CONSTRUCTION OR CONVERSION OF PARKING STALLS TO ACCOMMODATE ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING, SECURE BICYCLE STORAGE LOCKERS, AND PARKING STALL SHARING BETWEEN PUBLIC EMPLOYEES.
SR94
URGING THE OFFICE OF PLANNING AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT TO DEVELOP A FOOD RESILIENCY PLAN FOR STATE OF EMERGENCIES CAUSED BY DISASTERS.
SR107
RECOGNIZING AUGUST 8, 2023, AS HAWAIIAN HONEYCREEPERS CELEBRATION DAY.
SR108 SD1
REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A PERFORMANCE AUDIT OF ALL THE PROGRAMS WITHIN THE STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION DIVISION OF THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES.
SR109
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO ADOPT ADMINISTRATIVE RULES PROHIBITING RECREATIONAL BOATING ACTIVITIES IN MARINE LIFE CONSERVATION DISTRICTS.
SR110
REQUESTING THE STATE FOUNDATION ON CULTURE AND THE ARTS TO COLLABORATE WITH THE OFFICE OF VETERANS' SERVICES TO PLAN AND CONSTRUCT MEMORIALS TO HONOR THE SACRIFICES AND CONTRIBUTIONS OF VETERANS FROM HAWAII.
SR114
URGING THE JUDICIARY TO IMPLEMENT THE HOPE PROBATION PROGRAM AS IT WAS CONCEIVED AND IMPLEMENTED FROM 2004 TO 2020.
SR157 SD1
REQUESTING THAT THE DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES ADOPT ADMINISTRATIVE RULES REGULATING VESSEL SPEED NEAR HUMPBACK WHALES.
SR168
URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE'S AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT DIVISION TO CONDUCT AND PUBLISH A STUDY ON PROTEIN CONSUMPTION IN THE STATE.