Aloha! There are over 24,000 stimulus checks for Hawaii residents waiting to be claimed. Seniors and veterans and others who don't normally file a tax return need to file now to get their money. The IRS is holding free tax preparation assistance sessions in Hawaii (click "more" for details). You just need to file a simple tax return and the IRS will send you the check. It's not too late, the deadline is October 15.
Senator Akaka greets Senator Barack Obama (D-Illinois) upon his arrival in Hawaii. [August 8, 2008] View Picture»
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Philippines President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo presents Senator Akaka with the Order of the Golden Heart. As Chairman of the Veterans’ Affairs Committee, Akaka recently fought to secure passage of a bill which honors the service of Filipino Veterans who fought under U.S. command during World War II by restoring the benefits and recognition they were promised over half a century ago. [June 23, 2008] View Picture»
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