Jackson Sayama

Rep. Sayama is a proud fourth generation Japanese-American, born and raised in St. Louis Heights. Graduating from Punahou, Rep. Sayama went to China where he attended the New York University of Shanghai. After gaining a global perspective, Rep. Sayama returned home and found that many of his family, friends, and neighbors moved to the mainland. With a hope to build a Hawaii where local families can thrive, Rep. Sayama dedicated himself to public service. Having served on his neighborhood board and as Vice-Chairman of the Labor and Tourism Committee, Rep. Sayama understands the importance of listening to his constituents to create sound policies and take action. In his first term, Rep. Sayama spearheaded legislation to address the rampant catalytic converter thefts and introduced legislation to improve afterschool care programs. In the district, Rep. Sayama has organized a COVID vaccination event and served hundreds of residents and has continued to engage teachers and principals on school improvements. Currently in his fifth term, Rep. Sayama serves as Chair of the House Committee on Labor, advocating for policies supporting Hawaiʻi’s working families. He remains focused on ensuring a sustainable future for the state through investments in housing, education, and infrastructure. Rep. Sayama continues to champion affordable homeownership opportunities and has supported efforts to modernize school facilities and expand mental health resources for students. As a strong supporter of paid family leave, he believes working families should have the time and flexibility to care for

Rep. Sayama is a proud fourth generation Japanese-American, born and raised in St. Louis Heights. Graduating from Punahou, Rep. Sayama went to China where he attended the New York University of Shanghai. After gaining a global perspective, Rep. Sayama returned home and found that many of his family, friends, and neighbors moved to the mainland. With a hope to build a Hawaii where local families can thrive, Rep. Sayama dedicated himself to public service. Having served on his neighborhood board and as Vice-Chairman of the Labor and Tourism Committee, Rep. Sayama understands the importance of listening to his constituents to create sound policies and take action. In his first term, Rep. Sayama spearheaded legislation to address the rampant catalytic converter thefts and introduced legislation to improve afterschool care programs. In the district, Rep. Sayama has organized a COVID vaccination event and served hundreds of residents and has continued to engage teachers and principals on school improvements. Currently in his fifth term, Rep. Sayama serves as Chair of the House Committee on Labor, advocating for policies supporting Hawaiʻi’s working families. He remains focused on ensuring a sustainable future for the state through investments in housing, education, and infrastructure. Rep. Sayama continues to champion affordable homeownership opportunities and has supported efforts to modernize school facilities and expand mental health resources for students. As a strong supporter of paid family leave, he believes working families should have the time and flexibility to care for