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A Voice For Puna

A Voice For Puna

“I love Puna for its natural beauty, and a home for many wonderful people. As long as we keep working together, we can make Puna its best.” – Rep. Greggor Ilagan

Office of Representative Greggor Ilagan

Civic Engagement

Learn about the importance of civic engagement with the Hawai’i State Legislature and tips on how to create testimony with Rep. Greggor Ilagan.

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Home Insurance Crisis

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The Office of Representative Ilagan is actively addressing the home insurance crisis affecting Puna residents, especially those in lava zones 1 and 2. The withdrawal of Universal Property and Casualty Insurance Co., one of the primary insurance providers, has left residents with limited options, with the Hawaii Property Insurance Association (HPIA) being the only remaining provider. The office is considering several potential solutions, including seeking a state subsidy for HPIA, establishing a robust consumer alert system, developing detailed lava flow models, and exploring payment plan options for HPIA policyholders. The goal is to ensure everyone can access affordable and reliable insurance coverage, regardless of where they live.

Puna Community Cleanup

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Organized by the office of Representative Greggor Ilagan, Puna Community Cleanup is an event to keep our environment clean and our community healthy. Rep. Ilagan strongly believes that it is important to bring community members together to make Puna litter-free and looking its best for today and future generations. Take part in a volunteer opportunity to promote civic responsibility, Puna community pride, and meeting others with similar environmental values as you. 

Pāhoa Post Office

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I am aware of the long wait times at the Pāhoa Post Office. Despite the Post Office being a federal agency, my office is actively communicating with the State Manager of Post Office Operations to explore solutions. We are committed to fostering collaboration between State and Federal agencies to address this issue. Thank you for your patience as we work diligently to resolve this concern.

Pohoiki Boat Ramp

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The Pohoiki Boat Ramp, a crucial part of the Puna community and local economy, is a top priority for my office. Despite the lack of federal assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), we have secured $5.4 million in state funding to begin dredging the black sands and restore ocean access. The ramp plays a significant role in commercial fishing, oceanic and volcanic tours, food sustainability, and cultural practices. We are working closely with the Department of Land and Natural Resources, The Limtiaco Consulting Group, Senator Joy San Buenaventura, and Council Member Ashley Kierkiewicz to foster essential cooperation between Federal, State, and County governments. Our next step is to secure FEMA's approval for reimbursement eligibility, a decision we hope to receive in 2023.

Puna Makai Alternate Route

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Recognizing the rapid population growth in Puna and the subsequent increase in vehicular traffic, I have successfully advocated for a $1,500,000 Capital Improvement Project to identify the most suitable location for an alternate route below Highway 130. This route will not only alleviate traffic congestion but also provide multiple exit and entry points in times of emergencies or natural disasters.

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