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Kim, who lost his own home to the devastating magma march that began in May, has been pushing for more funding to help thousands of displaced residents.
That help came Thursday after Hawaii Gov. David Ige signed a memorandum of understanding that freed up $12 million in immediate disaster relief to the island. The money covers overtime pay for police, fire, public works and civil defense personnel. It also provides funds for equipment needed for evacuations and rebuilding.
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