Brian Schatz is a U.S. Senator from Hawaii. As a devoted husband and father with deep local roots, Brian is dedicated to building a prosperous Hawaii that respects our history and provides meaningful opportunities for this and future generations. In December 2012, Brian was deeply honored to receive the appointment to fill the seat vacated by the passing of Senator Daniel K. Inouye. He serves on the Senate Committees on Commerce, Energy and Natural Resources (where he chairs the Subcommittee on Water and Power), and Indian Affairs. Brian is running in the 2014 special election and has been endorsed by 24 organizations including the League of Conservation Voters, Ocean Champions, and Blue America PAC. Brian previously served in the Hawaii State House of Representatives and as Lt. Governor of the State of Hawaii.