State Representative, Dist 18
Unofficial result: Won — James (Jamie) Wataru (Democratic)
Source: elections.hawaii.gov
State House District 18; Hawaii
My vote power: High
What does this office do?
- Voting on how much you pay in state taxes
- Voting on how much money your local public schools get
- Voting on which roads and highways get built or repaired
Affects: AI Regulation, Healthcare Affordability, Environment and Public Health,
Candidates:
Democratic
Jamie Wataru chairs the board of the Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund and is a former state president of the United Public Workers union. He previously chaired the Honolulu Fire Commission and stresses public safety and cost of living.
Records: Healthcare Affordability 5 for, Women's Reproductive Rights 1 for
Joe Gedeon
LostRepublican · Incumbent
Joe Gedeon has represented Hawaii House District 18 since his 2025 appointment. He is a marketing and business executive whose campaign highlights public safety and East Oʻahu community priorities.
Sources: elections.hawaii.gov2 · olvr.hawaii.gov