Tim Richards III

Tim Richards III is an American politician serving as a member of the Hawaii Senate for the 4th district, having assumed office in 2022. Before his election to the state legislature, he served on the Hawaii County Council from 2015 to 2022. A veterinarian and rancher by profession, Richards has focused his political career on agricultural policy, food security, and rural development. He previously served on an advisory group for the U.S. Department of Agriculture, leveraging his professional background to advocate for sustainable land management and regional economic stability.