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Shannon Matson

Nonpartisan · Hawaii · 2026

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Hawaii County Council District 5Hawaii · 2026Hawaii County sample ballot

Top priorities

  • Reduce regressive taxes on low and middle-income households
  • Short-term traffic relief on Highways 11 and 130
  • Community-driven policymaking

Per the Big Island Now.

Biography

Matson is a business owner and community leader who has been active in the Hilo and Puna areas for more than 15 years, per the campaign site. A University of Hawaii at Hilo graduate born in Honokaa and raised on Hawaii Island, Matson is running for Hawaii County Council District 5, per the campaign site.

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