Sue Lee Loy

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Ian Lee Loy
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(div. 2024)​
Sue Keohokapu-Lee Loy
Member of the HawaiiHouseofRepresentatives
from the 2nd district
Incumbent
Assumed office
November 5, 2024
Education Hawai‘i Community College
University of Hawai‘i at Hilo

Susan Lokelani Keohokapu-Lee Loy is an American politician serving as a member of the Hawaii House of Representatives for the 2nd district since 2024. [1] A Democrat, she previously served on the Hawaii County Council from 2016 to 2024.

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Early life and education

Lee Loy was born on Oahu to David Keohokapu, a longshoreman, and Patricia, a nurse, and the family moved to the Big Island in 1974. Raised in Hilo, Lee Loy attended Waiakea High School, Hawai‘i Community College, and the University of Hawai‘i at Hilo. [2]

Hawaii House of Representatives

She moved into a rented home in the district shortly before announcing her campaign, prompting residency concerns. [3] An objection was filed to the Hawaii Office of Elections by six petitioners, including three former sister-in-laws, claiming Lee Loy still lived in the home she shared with ex-husband Ian Lee Loy. [4] State Elections Officer Scott Nago ruled that Lee Loy was in compliance with residency laws. [5]

Personal life

Lee Loy's husband, Ian, filed for divorce in February 2024. The two co-parent a child with special needs. [5]

References

  1. ↑ "State races conclude with latest printout". Hawaii News Now . November 6, 2024. Retrieved November 10, 2024.
  2. ↑ Lindsey Jr., Robert (March 1, 2019). "Hawai'i County Councilwoman – Sue Lee Loy". Ka Wai Ola . Retrieved November 11, 2024.
  3. ↑ Dayton, Kevin (May 31, 2024). "Hilo Councilwoman Sue Lee Loy Is Hoping To Move Up To The Legislature". Honolulu Civil Beat . Retrieved November 11, 2024.
  4. ↑ "Councilmember Sue Lee Loy's candidacy for Legislature seat is under review". Hawaii Public Radio . June 14, 2024. Retrieved November 11, 2024.
  5. 1 2 Burnett, John (June 20, 2024). "Hawaii island candidate for state House wins residency challenge". Hawaii Tribune-Herald . Retrieved November 11, 2024.


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