Schatz secured $1B to defuel, shut down Red Hill

TL;DR - Red Hill continues to be an issue with many residents impacted by multiple recent leaks of jet fuel and aqueous film forming foam. Located above an aquifer, these leaks have raised concerns for local leaders and residents as the Navy attempts to fix the problem.

Sen. Brian Schatz announced today, Dec. 20, that he was able to secure $1 billion in funding in the annual appropriations bill to permanently shut down the Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility.

December 20, 2022: Schatz secured $1B to defuel, shut down Red Hill, KHON2