Hawaii State House District 13

Current seat holder: Mahina Poepoe (D).

Mahina Poepoe

Mahina Poepoe (Democratic) is the incumbent member of the Hawaii House of Representatives representing District 13 (Kalawao, Maui counties), running for re-election in the November 3, 2026 general election. Mahina Poepoe earned a bachelor's degree in public administration from the University of Hawaii at West Oahu. Poepoe's career experience includes owning and operating Malama Surf Shop and working as an outreach assistant with the Molokai Maui Invasive Species Committee, a project coordinator with ‘Aina Momona, and a legislative analyst with the County of Maui. She has been affiliated with ‘Aha Kiole, the Hoahu Renewable Energy Co-op, and Kia’i Kanaloa.

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“Addressing our healthcare provider shortage and increasing the availability and use of tele-health options.” (Mahina Poepoe campaign website)
“Diversifying our economy to reduce our dependence on imported goods and tourism.” (Mahina Poepoe campaign website)
“Increasing access to affordable housing for local residents by curbing foreign investment speculation, strengthening renters rights, and investing in initiatives that preserve our housing supply for our residents (community land trusts, down payment assistance programs, financial literacy programs).” (Mahina Poepoe campaign website)

Robin Vanderpool

Robin Vanderpool (Republican) is a candidate for the Hawaii House of Representatives in District 13 (Kalawao, Maui counties) in the November 3, 2026 general election. Robin Vanderpool qualified with the Hawaii Office of Elections to appear on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot for House District 13.