SD19 Dems Send Three Names to Governor
Star-Adv Oct 18 2025: …The Democratic Party of Hawaii’s Oahu County Committee has selected three nominees for Gov. Josh Green’s consideration to fill the Senate District 19 seat left vacant by the retirement of state Sen. Henry Aquino (D, Pearl City-Waipahu-West Loch).
The three nominees are:
>> Steven P. Canales, retired from a utility company, former shop steward for a local union, Honolulu lifeguard at Pearl City Recreation, and a community organizer for the Democratic Party’s Region 5. Canales has emphasized his dedication to helping people in his community.
>> Rachele F. Lamosao, current state Representative for House District 36, representing Waipahu. She has also served on the Waipahu Neighborhood Board and the Waipahu High School Academy of Natural Resources Advisory Board, highlighting her ongoing commitment to local leadership and community engagement.
>> Dr. Inam U. Rahman, a Waipahu-based physician, small business owner, and former legislative assistant. Rahman has served as past president of the Hawaii Medical Association and founded a nonprofit clinic focused on diabetes care, dedicating over 30 years to community health, public service and volunteer medical missions.
The three nominees were selected from among six applicants. Their names have been formally transmitted to Green, who will choose one to serve as the next Senator for Senate District 19….
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On Sep 25, 2025, SD19 Senator Aquino announced he would quit Senate to join lobbying firm.
The SD19 Democrats are in the process of selecting three names from which Gov Josh Green will pick Aquino’s replacement.
The application period was open Oct 2-8, 2025 and six candidates applied:
SD19 Democrats will meet Oct 14 to select the three from these six.
(CLUE: It will be Lamosao and two others. Who will SD19 Dems dismiss from consideration?)
(CLUE: After Green picks Lamosao for SD19, there will be a selection process for her vacant HD36 seat. The other two nominees would have a leg up if they live in the district.)
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OCC - SD19 Vacancy Selection Meeting
Date & Time: Oct 14, 2025 06:00 PM in Hawaii
Description
The Democratic Party of Hawaiʻi – Oʻahu County Democrats is accepting expressions of interest from qualified candidates for the newly vacant Hawaiʻi State Senate District 19 seat, representing Pearl City, Waipahu, West Loch Estates, Honoʻuliʻoli, and Hoʻopili.
Senator Henry Aquino announced his retirement on September 24, 2025, effective November 30, 2025. We extend our gratitude to Senator Aquino for his years of distinguished service in Senate District 19 and House Districts 38 and 35.
Pursuant to the DPH Constitution (Article VIII, Section 10) and Bylaws (Article IX, Sections 4 & 5), the Party must submit three nominees to Governor Green for his selection of a short-term replacement to serve until the next general election.
Eligible applicants must:
- Be enrolled in the Democratic Party of Hawaiʻi for at least six months,
- Be in good standing, and
- Reside within Senate District 19 at the time of appointment.
The Selection Body, composed of district and precinct officers residing within Senate District 19, will meet on Tuesday, October 14 at 6:00 PM via Zoom to select three nominees.
Each candidate will have up to three minutes to speak, and each member of the Selection Body may vote for up to three candidates.
The final list of three nominees will be transmitted to the State Party Chair, who will forward the names to Governor Green for consideration.
The Governor has until January 29, 2026 to make an appointment.
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In a hurry? Announcement posted 6am Thursday Oct 2, 2025 on Oahu Dems FB page.
Oʻahu Democrats looking for candidates to fill Senate seat
HPR Oct 6, 2025: … The Democratic Party of Hawaiʻi Oʻahu County Committee is looking for candidates in the Pearl City-Waipahu area to fill the soon-to-be vacant state senate District 19 seat.
Sen. Henry Aquino announced he would be retiring from the Legislature at the end of November.
To fill the vacancy, the Democratic Party of Hawaiʻi will choose three residents who live in the district to be considered and submit those names to Gov. Josh Green….
… Those interested will have to submit a Statement of Candidacy Form, which they can request by email. It must be turned in by Oct. 8 to be considered.
Green must make his decision by Jan. 29, 2026. Opening day of the Hawaiʻi State Legislature's 2026 session is Jan. 21 — the third Wednesday of January ….
read … Oʻahu Democrats looking for candidates to fill Senate seat | Hawai'i Public Radio
Oct 5 2025: Senator Voted For Bills Backed By Lobbyists He's Going To Work For
Sep 25, 2025: SD19: Aquino Quits Senate to Join Lobbying Firm