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Portions of Varona Village, ‘Ewa, and Kapolei, Fernandez Village
Representative Diamond Garcia is a well-known and respected public figure who has dedicated his life to serving the West Oahu community. He was born and raised in West O'ahu and is honored and privileged to represent the many families of his community.

Representative Garcia is an alumnus of Hawaiian Mission Academy, where he received a quality education that prepared him for his future endeavors. He has since gone on to become an international speaker and adjunct teacher at multiple Christian colleges, where he shares his knowledge and expertise with others.

In addition to his work in education, Representative Garcia has served the West O'ahu community in many capacities. He previously served as Vice Chairman of his neighborhood board, as well as Chairman of the Health, Parks and Recreation, Public Safety, and Education committees. His leadership and dedication have helped to improve the quality of life for many families in his community.

Representative Garcia is known for his commitment to public service and his passion for helping others. He is a tireless advocate for the people of West O'ahu and is always looking for ways to improve the lives of those around him. His dedication and hard work have earned him the respect and admiration of his constituents, and he continues to be a strong voice for the people he represents.

April 14, 2023

Bills call for rehiring state workers who defied vaccine mandate

Two bills introduced by Republican legislators would require state agencies to rehire and give back pay to employees who resigned or were terminated for refusing to be vaccinated or undergo weekly testing for COVID-19. Read More at linktr.ee/repdiamondgarcia
2023 Committee Member of
 2023 Allowance Report
Expenditure Report
 Measures Introduced in 2023
Measure and Title
HB52
RELATING TO PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT.
HB157
RELATING TO THE HAWAIIAN LANGUAGE.
HB338
RELATING TO SPECIAL NUMBER PLATES.
HB457
RELATING TO IOLANI PALACE.
HB458
RELATING TO WATER.
HB459
RELATING TO GAMBLING.
HB460
RELATING TO SOCIAL MEDIA.
HB500 HD1
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
HB505
RELATING TO REAL ESTATE PURCHASE BY FOREIGN ENTITIES.
HB506
RELATING TO FENTANYL.
HB507
RELATING TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM.
HB508
RELATING TO SEX-SPECIFIC STUDENT ATHLETIC TEAMS.
HB509
RELATING TO PARENTAL RIGHTS IN EDUCATION.
HB510
RELATING TO CHILDREN.
HB511
RELATED TO THE SMALL BUSINESS REGULATORY REVIEW BOARD.
HB512
RELATING TO GRANTS FOR ENTREPRENEURS.
HB513
RELATING TO INCOME TAX CREDITS.
HB515
RELATING TO FILM AND DIGITAL MEDIA INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT.
HB584
RELATING TO PROBATION.
HB619 HD2
RELATING TO TAXATION.
HB623
RELATING TO GENERAL EXCISE TAX EXEMPTIONS.
HB624
RELATING TO INCOME TAX REDUCTION.
HB625
RELATING TO THE GENERAL EXCISE TAX.
HB626
PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO ARTICLE III, SECTION 4, OF THE CONSTITUTION OF THE STATE OF HAWAII TO ESTABLISH LEGISLATIVE TERM LIMITS.
HB627
RELATING TO GOVERNMENT REFORM.
HB628
RELATING TO ELECTION INTEGRITY.
HB629
RELATING TO ACCESS TO TREATMENT FOR TERMINALLY ILL PATIENTS.
HB630
PROPOSING AMENDMENTS TO THE CONSTITUTION OF THE STATE OF HAWAII RELATING TO PUBLIC EDUCATION.
HB631
RELATING TO OCCUPATIONAL LICENSING REFORM TASK FORCE.
HB632
RELATING TO LEASES.
HB633
RELATING TO CREATING A LOCAL HOUSING MARKET.
HB634
RELATING TO THE INDIVIDUAL HOUSING ACCOUNT PROGRAM.
HB635
RELATING TO THEFT OF PROPERTY.
HB636
RELATING TO USE OF FORCE IN SELF-PROTECTION.
HB637
RELATING TO MANDATORY PSYCHIATRIC EVALUATION AFTER ARREST.
HB653 HD1
RELATING TO HIGHWAYS.
HB819 HD2 SD1
RELATING TO LIMU KALA.
HB834 HD1 SD1
RELATING TO AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE.
HB843 HD1
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
HB865
RELATING TO THE STATE CAPITOL.
HB887
RELATING TO GENERAL EXCISE TAX EXEMPTION FOR MEDICAL SERVICES.
HB888
RELATING TO OPIOID ANTAGONISTS.
HB889
RELATING TO ILLEGAL FIREWORKS TASKFORCE.
HB890
RELATING TO TAXATION.
HB891
RELATING TO GENDER TRANSITION SURGERY.
HB928
RELATING TO PUBLIC LAND TRUST REVENUES.
HB929
RELATING TO REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS.
HB938
RELATING TO TAX CREDIT FOR ON-SITE EARLY CHILDHOOD FACILITIES.
HB939 HD1
RELATING TO THE INDIVIDUAL HOUSING ACCOUNT PROGRAM.
HB941
RELATING TO A STATE CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER.
HB942 HD2
RELATING TO EMERGENCY MEDICAL RESPONSE.
HB1118
RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR SCHOOLS IN THE FORTY-SECOND REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.
HB1119
PROPOSING AMENDMENTS TO THE CONSTITUTION OF THE STATE OF HAWAII RELATING TO ELECTED COUNTY SCHOOL BOARDS.
HB1120
RELATING TO FIRST-DEGREE MURDER DEFINITION.
HB1206 HD2
RELATING TO A STATE PERMITTING OFFICE.
HB1207
RELATING TO INCOME TAX REDUCTION.
HB1227
RELATING TO THE PUBLIC TRUST LANDS.
HB1272
RELATING TO SCHOOL CHOICE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM.
HB1327 HD2 SD1
RELATING TO TAX CREDITS.
HB1328 HD1
RELATING TO CHARTER SCHOOLS.
HB1329 HD1 SD2 CD1
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
HB1332
RELATING TO THE TERMINATION OF PREGNANCY.
HB1333
RELATING TO SOCIAL MEDIA CENSORSHIP.
HB1334
RELATING TO MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS RESPONSE.
HB1393
RELATING TO PARENTAL RIGHTS.
HB1401
RELATING TO EDUCATION.
HB1405 HD1
RELATING TO NATURAL RESOURCES.
HB1434
RELATING TO HAWAIIAN CULTURE.
HB1435
RELATING TO THE EWA BEACH PUBLIC AND SCHOOL LIBRARY.
HB1436
RELATING TO TAXATION.
HCR14
REQUESTING STATE AGENCIES TO OFFER REINSTATEMENT WITH BACK PAY TO EMPLOYEES WHO WERE DISMISSED OR RESIGNED FROM EMPLOYMENT FOR NON-COMPLIANCE WITH VACCINATION OR TESTING MANDATES DURING THE CORONAVIRUS DISEASE 2019 PANDEMIC.
HCR26
REQUESTING THAT THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CREATE A FORMAL PLAN TO IMPLEMENT CERTAIN RECOMMENDATIONS WITH RESPECT TO ORAL HEALTH CARE FOR NATIVE HAWAIIANS.
HCR28
DESIGNATING THE MONTH OF MARCH AS HAWAII KIDNEY AWARENESS MONTH.
HCR32 HD1
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO CONVENE AN ORAL HEALTH TASK FORCE TO REVIEW INFORMATION ON THE STATUS OF ORAL HEALTH IN THE STATE AND MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS TO IMPROVE ORAL HEALTH INFRASTRUCTURE IN HAWAII.
HCR64
URGING THE CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES TO CALL A CONVENTION FOR PROPOSING AMENDMENTS PURSUANT TO ARTICLE V OF THE UNITED STATES CONSTITUTION LIMITED TO PROPOSING AMENDMENTS THAT IMPOSE FISCAL RESTRAINTS ON THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT, LIMIT THE POWER AND JURISDICTION OF THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT, AND LIMIT THE TERMS OF OFFICE FOR ITS OFFICIALS AND FOR MEMBERS OF CONGRESS.
HCR81
RECOGNIZING AUGUST 8, 2023, AS HAWAIIAN HONEYCREEPERS CELEBRATION DAY.
HCR87
REQUESTING THE OFFICE OF ELECTIONS TO PREPARE AND SUBMIT A PROPOSAL TO THE LEGISLATURE ON THE COST AND PERSONNEL REQUIRED TO PREPARE AND DISTRIBUTE A VOTER INFORMATION GUIDE.
HCR105 HD1
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO DEVELOP A STRATEGIC PLAN TO MEET THE LOCALLY SOURCED FOOD GOALS ESTABLISHED IN ACTS 175 AND 176, SESSION LAWS OF HAWAII 2021.
HCR125
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS TO IDENTIFY RESOURCES NEEDED TO EXECUTE A PLAN TO REPAIR HOMES FOR SAFE HABITATION.
HCR130
REQUESTING THE OFFICE OF WELLNESS AND RESILIENCE ESTABLISH THE MALAMA OHANA WORKING GROUP TO IDENTIFY, DESIGN, AND RECOMMEND TRANSFORMATIVE CHANGES TO THE STATE'S CHILD WELFARE SYSTEM.
HR13
REQUESTING STATE AGENCIES TO OFFER REINSTATEMENT WITH BACK PAY TO EMPLOYEES WHO WERE DISMISSED OR RESIGNED FROM EMPLOYMENT FOR NON-COMPLIANCE WITH VACCINATION OR TESTING MANDATES DURING THE CORONAVIRUS DISEASE 2019 PANDEMIC.
HR28
REQUESTING THAT THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CREATE A FORMAL PLAN TO IMPLEMENT CERTAIN RECOMMENDATIONS WITH RESPECT TO ORAL HEALTH CARE FOR NATIVE HAWAIIANS.
HR33 HD1
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO CONVENE AN ORAL HEALTH TASK FORCE TO REVIEW INFORMATION ON THE STATUS OF ORAL HEALTH IN THE STATE AND MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS TO IMPROVE ORAL HEALTH INFRASTRUCTURE IN HAWAII.
HR66
URGING THE CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES TO CALL A CONVENTION FOR PROPOSING AMENDMENTS PURSUANT TO ARTICLE V OF THE UNITED STATES CONSTITUTION LIMITED TO PROPOSING AMENDMENTS THAT IMPOSE FISCAL RESTRAINTS ON THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT, LIMIT THE POWER AND JURISDICTION OF THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT, AND LIMIT THE TERMS OF OFFICE FOR ITS OFFICIALS AND FOR MEMBERS OF CONGRESS.
HR79
REQUESTING THE AUDITOR TO CONDUCT A FORENSIC AUDIT OF THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION.
HR80
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND THE HAWAII MEDICAL BOARD ADOPT RULES REQUIRING ABORTION CLINICS TO PROVIDE ULTRASOUNDS TO THE MOTHER BEFORE PERFORMING AN ABORTION FOR THE HEALTH AND WELL-BEING OF THE MOTHER.
HR81
URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO INCORPORATE MORE PLANT-BASED OPTIONS IN LOCAL SCHOOLS.
HR86
RECOGNIZING AUGUST 8, 2023, AS HAWAIIAN HONEYCREEPERS CELEBRATION DAY.
HR94
REQUESTING THE OFFICE OF ELECTIONS TO PREPARE AND SUBMIT A PROPOSAL TO THE LEGISLATURE ON THE COST AND PERSONNEL REQUIRED TO PREPARE AND DISTRIBUTE A VOTER INFORMATION GUIDE.
HR111 HD1
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO DEVELOP A STRATEGIC PLAN TO MEET THE LOCALLY SOURCED FOOD GOALS ESTABLISHED IN ACTS 175 AND 176, SESSION LAWS OF HAWAII 2021.
HR126
REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF HAWAIIAN HOME LANDS TO IDENTIFY RESOURCES NEEDED TO EXECUTE A PLAN TO REPAIR HOMES FOR SAFE HABITATION.
HR131
REQUESTING THE OFFICE OF WELLNESS AND RESILIENCE ESTABLISH THE MALAMA OHANA WORKING GROUP TO IDENTIFY, DESIGN, AND RECOMMEND TRANSFORMATIVE CHANGES TO THE STATE'S CHILD WELFARE SYSTEM.
HR165
URGING THE HAWAII HOUSING FINANCE AND DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION TO ENCOURAGE THE DEVELOPMENT OF ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS TO ABET HAWAII'S HOUSING CRISIS.
HR219
RECOGNIZING THE LIFELONG CONTRIBUTIONS OF PATRICIA SAIKI AND COMMENDING HER OUTSTANDING PUBLIC SERVICE.