Schatz Statement on Congressman Mark Takai’s Announcement That He Will Not Seek Re-Election

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i) released the following statement on Congressman Mark Takai’s announcement that he will not seek a second term in Congress due to health concerns:

“It has been my honor and a true pleasure to work alongside Mark over the years. He is a great teammate and has served the people of Hawai‘i with integrity and aloha.  I know this was a difficult decision, and my thoughts and prayers are with him and his family.”