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About Senator Rosalyn Baker

Senator Roz Baker can pinpoint the defining moment that sparked her interest in government policy. It started as a college student involved in the movement to lower the voting age to 18. Witnessing the impact of policy change is what inspired her to serve in public office.

A Maui legislator for over 25 years, Roz represents the 6th Senate District (South and West Maui) in the Hawai‘i State Legislature. She is currently the Chair of the Senate Commerce, Consumer Protection, and Health Committee. A long-time advocate for issues that affect the quality of life for residents of Hawai‘i, Roz has successfully introduced numerous measures addressing such areas as access to health care, quality public education, workplace equality, equal rights for all, and the prevention of domestic violence and sex assault. As the Senate's Consumer Protection chair, she has championed mortgage foreclosure reforms as well as insurance reform. As Senate Health Chair, she was pivotal in developing health policy for the state - championing Hawai‘i's Clean Indoor Air Act; leading Hawai‘i to become the first state in the nation to raise the age to purchase tobacco products to 21; championing services for kupuna and addressing caregiver burnout. She also has a special interest in promoting sustainable economic development focusing on green industries with careers in science, technology, engineering and math and an abiding concern on preserving the health and beauty of Hawai‘i's natural resources and Hawai‘i's host culture. From 2007-2008, Senator Baker served as Chair of Ways and Means, crafting a balanced two-year biennium budget and helping pilot the Senate's successful paperless project - moving the Senate and committee processes into the digital age.

Senator Baker has been recognized for her leadership in health policy by organizations including the American Cancer Society

Senator Baker's most recent awards and recognition

• 2017 State Senator of the Year - Healthcare Association of Hawai‘i
• 2017 LUNG FORCE Champion Award - American Lung Association in Hawai‘i
• 2017 Mike Lyons' Award - Hawai‘i Farm Bureau
• 2017 Legislator of the Year - Hawai‘i Dental Hygienists Association

2017 End of Session Newsletter

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Hawai‘i Women's Legislative Caucus 2017 Bill Package

This is an official package of bills and resolutions in both the Senate and the House, which are supported by the members of the caucus. The package includes bills related to: access to quality health care, violence against women, women's economic opportunities, as well as the health and safety of children.

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Senator Baker's most recent awards and recognition

• 2016 Legislator of the Year - National Association of Social Workers, Hawai‘i Chapter
• 2016 Advocacy Award - Hawai‘i Academy of Family Physicians
• 2015 Clydesdale Award - Anheuser-Busch Sales of Hawai‘i
• 2015 Legislator of the Year - Hawai‘i Farm Bureau
• 2015 State Senator of the Year - Healthcare Association of Hawai‘i
• 2015 Plaque of Appreciation - Lahaina Complex After School Tutoring Program
• 2015 Health Hero - Hawai‘i COPD Coalition
• 2014 State Award for Excellence - American Association of Nurse Practitioners
• 2014 Patsy T. Mink Award - Patsy T. Mink Political Action Committee
• 2014 Angel Award - Women Helping Women
• 2014 State Legislator of the Year - HiMSS
• 2014 Plaque of Appreciation - American Association for Marriage and Family Therapists, HI Division
• 2013 St. George National Award - American Cancer Society
• 2013 Achievement in Advocacy Award - Healthcare Association of Hawai‘i
• 2013 Legislator of the Year - Hawai‘i Dental Hygienists' Association

End of Session Wrap-Up!

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January 2016 Newsletter

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May 2015 Newsletter

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March 2015 Newsletter

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