U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz supports Mayor Blangiardi’s decision to keep Oahu in Tier 3

U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz joined Spotlight Hawaii this morning to voice his support for Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi’s decision to keep Oahu in the Tier 3 reopening plan. Among the other topics: >> Schatz discussed the economic relief that is now funneling into the state. President Joe Biden’s $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief plan allocates roughly $6 billion for Hawaii. >> He addressed the financial concerns of the Honolulu rail project. >> Schatz urged residents to get vaccinated as soon as they are eligible.