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During her remarks Senator Hawa said the complaint stemmed from allegations of conduct violations filed by the father of a former player more than a year ago and that the DOE investigation did not include players, coaches or community input. She said the DOE report alleges Carvalho created a hostile environment; players have publicly expressed surprise, saying they had not heard the coach use profanity.

Senator Hawa said Carvalho's attorney, Michael Green, characterized the complaint as being related to playing time; she reported that when contacted the DOE superintendent, Keith Hayashi, could not provide specific details but clarified that the decision ultimately rested with the complex area superintendent, Sami Zumi. Senator Hawa said the governor's office is now reviewing the case and the community is seeking further information and possible avenues to appeal the DOE decision.

Senator Hawa also said the community has called for other personnel actions at the school; she characterized the community as \"outraged\" and said efforts are underway to clear Carvalho's name and potentially reunite the community. She noted that, as a result of what is on his record, Carvalho is currently unable to coach at public schools.

Senator Hawa introduced these points from the floor; the remarks reflect her account of the investigation, the community response and statements she reported from Carvalho's lawyer and DOE representatives.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Senate Floor Session 04-10-2025 11:30am","oneSentenceSummary","Senator Hawa addressed the Senate to report that the State Department of Education fired Kahuku football coach Sterling Carvalho following a complaint; she said the community is outraged, the DOE investigation excluded players and community input, and the governor's office is reviewing the matter.","taxTitle","Senate, Legislative , Hawaii","taxId",25703,"location","Hawaii","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":77,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":78,"_41":79,"_43":80,"_45":81,"_47":82,"_49":83,"_51":84,"_53":85,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":86,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":87,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6607278,"Senate approves four House bills on third reading, votes to disagree with House amendments and confirms nominees",24,1967000,1991000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2953466-cdfea776de4e2d10df865a741fd7e0ba&start=1967&end=1991","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2953466-cdfea776de4e2d10df865a741fd7e0ba/thumbnail_1967000.jpg","/articles/6607278/Hawaii/Senate-approves-four-House-bills-on-third-reading-votes-to-disagree-with-House-amendments-and-confirms-nominees","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6607278-e7c553317b81ad5b99d9d489751c9c29/orig.mp4?Expires=1771029871&Signature=IUlJ9z4gEy5ubu7gb1cFaHVhuK9QYCRAAtLLdW9b9ZjLRqb6AIqOK8zrJsNcQuh5XYobPZnmWf6MAUnBeR7Y3KADvlSIz5boieLmXN47MgPaBG8iPACOqdYosjv5d55QuGS6-w2gM9d9~h6~YARKpnIz51qVjxohbE8qdsszKFe31oo22-GZuvLVFUkQxoUs4hkRKPymLJ3IbC4qDTMSfN-ySO3wT7gQcYcIHblCsNSJo4rkU2ihyrPuM2nTTdDfTEYlcsH93Qp8~Cc-TupFW3hf2KQiN1UCBFL~Z8e2q6fFXn~v6IFFA5e7QNMIWz65PZEDP7V1Bh7mG3FQ6P2nCg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Hawaii Senate on the floor passed four House bills on third reading and carried a separate motion to disagree with amendments proposed by the House to a set of Senate bills, the chamber recorded during the session.

The bills passed on third reading included House Bill 698, Senate Draft 2 (relating to animal cruelty); House Bill 1155, Senate Draft 2 (relating to procurement); House Bill 1194, Senate Draft 3 (relating to midwives); and House Bill 1482, Senate Draft 3 (relating to controlled substances). The clerk recorded passage for each bill during the roll call for third reading.

Vote tallies stated on the floor included: HB 698 SD2 — \"22 ayes and 2 noes\"; HB 1155 SD2 — \"22 ayes, 2 noes\"; HB 1194 SD3 — \"20 ayes, 4 noes.\" The transcript records named no or reservation votes for several members in connection with these items (see actions[] for details). For HB 1482 SD3 the transcript records named senators registering no votes (Senator Awa and Senator Descartes) but does not include a full tally in the public record excerpt.

Separately, Senator Wakai moved that \"the Senate disagree to the amendments proposed by the House to the Senate bills referenced in House communications numbers 626 to 703.\" Senator de de court seconded the motion. The presiding officer asked for objections and, hearing none, announced the motion carried; the clerk noted that \"countries will be named at a later date\" (the transcript uses that phrasing).

The clerk also reported on advise-and-consent items and governor's messages; the Senate recorded that nominees referenced in the governor's messages were confirmed by unanimous consent when no objections were raised, as reflected in the transcript.

The chair opened and closed discussion on several items with members registering reservations or no votes; where the transcript names individuals registering reservations or no votes those names are noted in the actions[] records below. The session concluded with a motion by Senator Wakai to stand in recess leaving the journal open until 5:00 p.m. for receipt of any Senate bills that passed third reading in the House in amended form; that motion was seconded and carried.","During floor session the Hawaii Senate passed four House bills on third reading (relating to animal cruelty, procurement, midwives and controlled substances), voted to disagree to a set of House amendments (House communications 626–703) and confirmed nominees sent in governor's messages.","actionData","errors"]

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Senator Hawa says Department of Education firing of Kahuku coach Sterling Carvalho has prompted community outcry

Senate approves four House bills on third reading, votes to disagree with House amendments and confirms nominees