KOUCHI, Ronald D.

Party: Democratic · Backing: Establishment

Platform: Senate President; longtime State Senator for Kauaʻi & Niʻihau (District 8).

Hawaiʻi State Senator for District 8 (Kauaʻi & Niʻihau); has represented Kauaʻi in the Senate since 2010 (originally District 7) and has been President of the Hawaiʻi State Senate.
As Senate President, sets the chamber's agenda — voting record reflects mainstream Senate Democratic caucus priorities on housing, education, infrastructure, and Native Hawaiian affairs.
Lihue resident; long-standing institutional knowledge of Kauaʻi-specific budget and infrastructure issues.

Editorial summary: Ron Kouchi is the institutional voice for Kauaʻi in the State Senate and has chaired the chamber as President. His role as Senate President is documented at the Hawaiʻi State Legislature member page, and his influence centers on budget and procedural leadership.

Key issues: Senate leadership, Kauaʻi capital projects, Education, Infrastructure

Website: https://ronkouchi.com

Profile last reviewed: 2026-06-03