Mayor Richard Bissen announces re-election campaign

Mayor Richard T. Bissen, Jr. announced today, Nov. 8, 2025, that he will seek re-election to continue serving the people of Maui County, emphasizing steadfast leadership, community collaboration, and long-term resilience as the foundation of his 2026 campaign.

“Together, we’ve faced tremendous challenges, and together, we’ve laid the foundation for Maui Nui’s path,” Mayor Bissen said. “Now, we must continue the progress we’ve begun — rebuilding Lahaina, strengthening our communities, and restoring hope for every family who calls Maui home.”

For the County of Maui nonpartisan mayoral race, the Primary Election is Aug. 8, 2026, and the General Election is Nov. 3, 2026. Mayoral terms last four years.

Throughout Mayor Bissen’s first term, he has echoed that leadership is a form of service — one grounded in kuleana and guided by aloha ʻāina.



https://mauinow.com/2025/11/08/mayor-richard-bissen-announces-re-election-campaign/