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GM503
Hawaiʻi Workforce Development Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawaiʻi Workforce Development Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, DOUGLAS CHANG, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/17/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 23. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 2 (Senator(s) Ihara, Richards). |
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GM504
Hawaiʻi Workforce Development Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawaiʻi Workforce Development Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, GEORGE DENISE, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/17/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 23. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 2 (Senator(s) Ihara, Richards). |
LBT |
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GM505
Board of Dentistry
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Dentistry, Gubernatorial Nominee, TIMMY HIRANO, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/22/2026- One Day Notice 04-23-26. |
CPN |
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GM506
Commission to Promote Uniform Legislation
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Commission to Promote Uniform Legislation, Gubernatorial Nominee, LANI EWART, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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3/24/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 24. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 1 (Senator(s) Ihara). |
JDC |
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GM507
Hawaiʻi Medical Education Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawaiʻi Medical Education Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, CHRISTOPHER YHEULON, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/17/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on EDU is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in EDU were as follows: 5 Aye(s): Senator(s) Kim, Kidani, Fukunaga, Hashimoto, DeCorte; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 0 Excused: none. |
EDU |
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GM508
University of Hawai'i Board of Regents
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the University of Hawai'i Board of Regents, Gubernatorial Nominee, KUIOKALANI GAPERO, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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2/11/2026- Nominee(s) Kuiokalani Gapero withdrawn by Governor. (Gov. Msg. No. 694) |
EDU |
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GM509
Hawaiʻi Teacher Standards Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawaiʻi Teacher Standards Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, KOMAREY MOSS, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/14/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 25. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 0 (none). |
EDU |
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GM510
Molokaʻi Irrigation System Water Users Advisory Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Molokaʻi Irrigation System Water Users Advisory Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, FAITH TUIPULOTU, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/21/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 25. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 0 (none). |
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GM511
Moloka'i Irrigation System Water Users Advisory Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Moloka'i Irrigation System Water Users Advisory Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, HARRY PURDY III, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/21/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 25. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 0 (none). |
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GM512
Hawaiʻi Workforce Development Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawaiʻi Workforce Development Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, JASON BENN, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/17/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 23. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 2 (Senator(s) Ihara, Richards). |
LBT |
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GM513
Stadium Authority
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Stadium Authority, Gubernatorial Nominee, TRACEY LESETAR-SMITH, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/21/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 25. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 0 (none). |
EDT |
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GM514
Public Utilities Commission
Submitting for consideration and confirmation as the Chairperson of the Public Utilities Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, JON ITOMURA, for a term to expire 06-30-2026.
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4/16/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on CPN is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in CPN were as follows: 5 Aye(s): Senator(s) Keohokalole, Fukunaga, Lamosao, McKelvey, Awa; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 0 Excused: none. |
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GM515
Public Utilities Commission
Submitting for consideration and confirmation as the Chairperson of the Public Utilities Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, JON ITOMURA, for a term to expire 06-30-2032.
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4/16/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on CPN is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in CPN were as follows: 5 Aye(s): Senator(s) Keohokalole, Fukunaga, Lamosao, McKelvey, Awa; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 0 Excused: none. |
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GM516
Council on Revenues
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Council on Revenues, Gubernatorial Nominee, KURT KAWAFUCHI, for a term to expire 06-30-2027.
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4/22/2026- The committee(s) on WAM has scheduled a public hearing on 04-27-26 12:30PM; Conference Room 211 & Videoconference. |
WAM |
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GM517
Council on Revenues
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Council on Revenues, Gubernatorial Nominee, KRISTI MAYNARD, for a term to expire 06-30-2027.
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4/22/2026- The committee(s) on WAM has scheduled a public hearing on 04-27-26 12:30PM; Conference Room 211 & Videoconference. |
WAM |
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GM518
Council on Revenues
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Council on Revenues, Gubernatorial Nominee, SCOTT HAYASHI, for a term to expire 06-30-2027.
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4/22/2026- The committee(s) on WAM has scheduled a public hearing on 04-27-26 12:30PM; Conference Room 211 & Videoconference. |
WAM |
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GM519
Council on Revenues
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Council on Revenues, Gubernatorial Nominee, MARJORIE BENNETT, for a term to expire 06-30-2027.
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4/22/2026- The committee(s) on WAM has scheduled a public hearing on 04-27-26 12:30PM; Conference Room 211 & Videoconference. |
WAM |
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GM520
Tax Review Commission
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Tax Review Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, MARK FUKUNAGA, for a term to expire 05-08-2026. (Term corrected to 05-07-2027 by GM675).
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4/22/2026- The committee(s) on WAM has scheduled a public hearing on 04-27-26 12:30PM; Conference Room 211 & Videoconference. |
WAM |
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GM521
Tax Review Commission
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Tax Review Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, STACEY KATAKURA, for a term to expire 05-08-2026. (Term corrected to 05-07-2027 by GM675).
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4/22/2026- The committee(s) on WAM has scheduled a public hearing on 04-27-26 12:30PM; Conference Room 211 & Videoconference. |
WAM |
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GM522
Tax Review Commission
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Tax Review Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, JESSICA ENOS, for a term to expire 05-08-2026. (Term corrected to 05-07-2027 by GM675).
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4/22/2026- The committee(s) on WAM has scheduled a public hearing on 04-27-26 12:30PM; Conference Room 211 & Videoconference. |
WAM |
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GM523
Tax Review Commission
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Tax Review Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, JONATHAN WHITE, for a term to expire 05-08-2026. (Term corrected to 05-07-2027 by GM675).
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4/22/2026- The committee(s) on WAM has scheduled a public hearing on 04-27-26 12:30PM; Conference Room 211 & Videoconference. |
WAM |
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GM524
Tax Review Commission
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Tax Review Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, JUDITH CHOCK, for a term to expire 05-08-2026. (Term corrected to 05-07-2027 by GM675).
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4/22/2026- The committee(s) on WAM has scheduled a public hearing on 04-27-26 12:30PM; Conference Room 211 & Videoconference. |
WAM |
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GM525
Tax Review Commission
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Tax Review Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, JON YASUDA, for a term to expire 05-08-2026. (Term corrected to 05-07-2027 by GM675).
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4/22/2026- The committee(s) on WAM has scheduled a public hearing on 04-27-26 12:30PM; Conference Room 211 & Videoconference. |
WAM |
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GM526
Tax Review Commission
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Tax Review Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, JEFFREY UEOKA, for a term to expire 05-08-2026. (Term corrected to 05-07-2027 by GM675).
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4/22/2026- The committee(s) on WAM has scheduled a public hearing on 04-27-26 12:30PM; Conference Room 211 & Videoconference. |
WAM |
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GM527
Board of Certification of Operating Personnel in Wastewater Treatment Plants
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Certification of Operating Personnel in Wastewater Treatment Plants, Gubernatorial Nominee, ROGER BABCOCK, JR., for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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3/31/2026- Nominee(s) Roger Babcock, Jr. withdrawn by Governor. (Gov. Msg. No. 799) |
HHS |
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GM528
Board of Certification of Public Water System Operators
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Certification of Public Water System Operators, Gubernatorial Nominee, JAMES LANDGRAF, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/15/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha, Keohokalole; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM529
Board of Directors of the Hawai'i Health Systems Corporation
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Directors of the Hawai'i Health Systems Corporation, Gubernatorial Nominee, JOY KOERTE, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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3/2/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 3 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 2 Excused: Senator(s) Keohokalole, Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM530
Disability and Communication Access Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Disability and Communication Access Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, JUDY PAIK, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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3/6/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha, Keohokalole; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM531
Disability and Communication Access Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Disability and Communication Access Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, CHARLOTTE TOWNSEND, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/23/2026- One Day Notice 04-24-26. |
HHS |
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GM532
Emergency Medical Service Advisory Committee
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Emergency Medical Service Advisory Committee, Gubernatorial Nominee, MAX MATIAS, JR., for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/8/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, Kanuha, Keohokalole, Fevella; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) McKelvey. |
HHS |
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GM533
Emergency Medical Services Advisory Committee
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Emergency Medical Services Advisory Committee, Gubernatorial Nominee, LAURA MALLERY-SAYRE, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/17/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 23. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 2 (Senator(s) Ihara, Richards). |
HHS |
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GM534
Fuel Tank Advisory Committee
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Fuel Tank Advisory Committee, Gubernatorial Nominee, ASHLEY NISHIHARA, for a term to expire 06-30-2028.
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3/6/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha, Keohokalole; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM535
Hawai'i Advisory Commission on Drug Abuse and Controlled Substances
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Advisory Commission on Drug Abuse and Controlled Substances, Gubernatorial Nominee, A. MALIA HALEAKALA, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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3/12/2026- Nominee(s) A. Malia Haleakala withdrawn by Governor. (Gov. Msg. No. 761) |
HHS |
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GM536
Hawai'i Advisory Commission on Drug Abuse and Controlled Substances
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Advisory Commission on Drug Abuse and Controlled Substances, Gubernatorial Nominee, DAVE FIELDS, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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3/17/2026- Nominee(s) Dave Fields withdrawn by Governor. (Gov. Msg. No. 763) |
HHS |
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GM537
Hawai'i Advisory Commission on Drug Abuse and Controlled Substances
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Advisory Commission on Drug Abuse and Controlled Substances, Gubernatorial Nominee, KUNANE DREIER, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/14/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha, Keohokalole; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM538
Health Planning Council, Hawai'i County Subarea
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Health Planning Council, Hawai'i County Subarea, Gubernatorial Nominee, ALLEN NOVAK, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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3/2/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 3 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 2 Excused: Senator(s) Keohokalole, Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM539
Health Planning Council, Honolulu County Subarea
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Health Planning Council, Honolulu County Subarea, Gubernatorial Nominee, JODI HASHIMOTO, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/10/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha, Keohokalole; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM540
Health Planning Council, Tri-Isle County Subarea
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Health Planning Council, Tri-Isle County Subarea, Gubernatorial Nominee, ROBERT SHRODER, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/8/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, Kanuha, Keohokalole, Fevella; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) McKelvey. |
HHS |
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GM541
Health Planning Council, West Oahu Subarea
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Health Planning Council, West Oahu Subarea, Gubernatorial Nominee, CHRISTINE CABINGABANG-TINGCANG, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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3/16/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 3 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 2 Excused: Senator(s) Keohokalole, Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM542
Health Planning Council, West Oahu Subarea
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Health Planning Council, West Oahu Subarea, Gubernatorial Nominee, JAIME GAGNON, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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3/9/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha, Keohokalole; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM543
Health Planning Council, Windward Oahu Subarea
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Health Planning Council, Windward Oahu Subarea, Gubernatorial Nominee, ELLA SIROSKEY, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/8/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, Kanuha, Keohokalole, Fevella; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) McKelvey. |
HHS |
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GM544
Health Planning Council, Windward Oahu Subarea
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Health Planning Council, Windward Oahu Subarea, Gubernatorial Nominee, MIRIAM CHANG, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/16/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha, Keohokalole; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM545
Health Planning Council, Windward Oahu Subarea
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Health Planning Council, Windward Oahu Subarea, Gubernatorial Nominee, HAYLEY KANE, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/14/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha, Keohokalole; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM546
Mental Health and Substance Abuse, Maui Service Area Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Mental Health and Substance Abuse, Maui Service Area Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, WAIANUHEA GETGEN, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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3/2/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 3 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 2 Excused: Senator(s) Keohokalole, Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM547
Radiologic Technology Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Radiologic Technology Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, RENA SHIMATA, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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3/6/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha, Keohokalole; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM548
Radiologic Technology Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Radiologic Technology Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, KEVIN KANEKO, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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3/2/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 3 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 2 Excused: Senator(s) Keohokalole, Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM549
Radiologic Technology Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Radiologic Technology Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, REIKO NAKAMOTO, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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3/2/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 3 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 2 Excused: Senator(s) Keohokalole, Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM550
Radiologic Technology Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Radiologic Technology Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, DAVID WADSWORTH, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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3/6/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha, Keohokalole; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM551
State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the State Council on Developmental Disabilities, Gubernatorial Nominee, AMANDA LUNING, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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3/2/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 3 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 2 Excused: Senator(s) Keohokalole, Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM552
State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the State Council on Developmental Disabilities, Gubernatorial Nominee, PINA LEMUSU, for a term to expire 06-30-2026.
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4/16/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha, Keohokalole; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM553
State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the State Council on Developmental Disabilities, Gubernatorial Nominee, ANNE CHIPCHASE, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/8/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, Kanuha, Keohokalole, Fevella; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) McKelvey. |
HHS |
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GM554
State Council on Mental Health
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the State Council on Mental Health, Gubernatorial Nominee, DANIELLE BERGAN, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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3/16/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 3 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 2 Excused: Senator(s) Keohokalole, Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM555
State Council on Mental Health
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the State Council on Mental Health, Gubernatorial Nominee, MARGARET JACKSON, for a term to expire 06-30-2028.
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3/18/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha, Keohokalole; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM556
State Council on Mental Health
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the State Council on Mental Health, Gubernatorial Nominee, MARY PAT WATERHOUSE, for a term to expire 06-30-2028.
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4/10/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha, Keohokalole; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM557
Statewide Health Coordinating Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Statewide Health Coordinating Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, HANNAH PRESTON-PITA, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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3/2/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 3 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 2 Excused: Senator(s) Keohokalole, Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM558
Statewide Health Coordinating Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Statewide Health Coordinating Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, AMY FEELEY-AUSTIN, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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3/6/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha, Keohokalole; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM559
Statewide Health Coordinating Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Statewide Health Coordinating Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, PETER SYBINSKY, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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3/16/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 3 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 2 Excused: Senator(s) Keohokalole, Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM560
Juvenile Justice State Advisory Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Juvenile Justice State Advisory Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, GEOFFREY HICKS, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/17/2026- Nominee(s) withdrawn by Governor. (Gov. Msg. No. 811) |
HHS |
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GM561
Juvenile Justice State Advisory Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Juvenile Justice State Advisory Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, ANDREW SABANAL, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/17/2026- Nominee(s) withdrawn by Governor. (Gov. Msg. No. 811) |
HHS |
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GM562
Juvenile Justice State Advisory Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Juvenile Justice State Advisory Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, RICHARD COLLINS, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/17/2026- Nominee(s) withdrawn by Governor. (Gov. Msg. No. 811) |
HHS |
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GM563
Juvenile Justice State Advisory Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Juvenile Justice State Advisory Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, SARAH ANTONE, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/17/2026- Nominee(s) withdrawn by Governor. (Gov. Msg. No. 811) |
HHS |
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GM564
Juvenile Justice State Advisory Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Juvenile Justice State Advisory Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, SHAWN KANAʻIAUPUNI, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/17/2026- Nominee(s) withdrawn by Governor. (Gov. Msg. No. 811) |
HHS |
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GM565
State Rehabilitation Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the State Rehabilitation Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, PATRICK GARTSIDE, for a term to expire 06-30-2028.
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4/13/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 3 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 2 Excused: Senator(s) Keohokalole, Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM566
State Rehabilitation Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the State Rehabilitation Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, JUDITH DANIELS, for a term to expire 06-30-2028.
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4/13/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 3 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 2 Excused: Senator(s) Keohokalole, Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM567
State Rehabilitation Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the State Rehabilitation Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, JAMES MONTGOMERY, for a term to expire 06-30-2027.
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4/16/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha, Keohokalole; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM568
State Rehabilitation Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the State Rehabilitation Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, EMILY WILKINSON, for a term to expire 06-30-2028.
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4/8/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, Kanuha, Keohokalole, Fevella; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) McKelvey. |
HHS |
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GM569
State Rehabilitation Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the State Rehabilitation Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, CYNTHIA MEW, for a term to expire 06-30-2028.
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4/23/2026- One Day Notice 04-24-26. |
HHS |
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GM570
State Rehabilitation Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the State Rehabilitation Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, CHRISTINE PARK, for a term to expire 06-30-2028.
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4/13/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 3 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 2 Excused: Senator(s) Keohokalole, Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM571
Commission on the Status of Women
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Commission on the Status of Women, Gubernatorial Nominee, MARISA ADARO, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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3/23/2026- Nominee(s) Marisa Adaro withdrawn by Governor. (Gov. Msg. No. 795) |
JDC |
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GM572
Commission on the Status of Women
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Commission on the Status of Women, Gubernatorial Nominee, KERESTIN WALKER, for a term to expire 06-30-2026.
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4/22/2026- One Day Notice 04-23-26. |
JDC |
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GM573
Statewide Elections Accessibility Needs Advisory Committee
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Statewide Elections Accessibility Needs Advisory Committee, Gubernatorial Nominee, LOU ANN BLAKE, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/17/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 23. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 2 (Senator(s) Ihara, Richards). |
JDC |
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GM574
Commission to Promote Uniform Legislation
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Commission to Promote Uniform Legislation, Gubernatorial Nominee, MICHAEL TANOUE, for a term to expire 06-30-2028.
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3/24/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 24. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 1 (Senator(s) Ihara). |
JDC |
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GM575
Commission to Promote Uniform Legislation
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Commission to Promote Uniform Legislation, Gubernatorial Nominee, PETER HAMASAKI, for a term to expire 06-30-2028.
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4/17/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 23. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 2 (Senator(s) Ihara, Richards). |
JDC |
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GM576
Defender Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Defender Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, KIRSHA DURANTE, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/21/2026- Nominee(s) Kirsha Durante withdrawn by Governor. (Gov. Msg. No. 812) |
JDC |
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GM577
Board of Barbering and Cosmetology
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Barbering and Cosmetology, Gubernatorial Nominee, LEO WILLIAMS, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/22/2026- One Day Notice 04-23-26. |
CPN |
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GM578
Board of Barbering and Cosmetology
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Barbering and Cosmetology, Gubernatorial Nominee, MICHAEL BASTA JR., for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/17/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 23. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 2 (Senator(s) Ihara, Richards). |
CPN |
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GM579
Board of Dentistry
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Dentistry, Gubernatorial Nominee, JULIE TANABE GOO, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/22/2026- One Day Notice 04-23-26. |
CPN |
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GM580
Board of Dentistry
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Dentistry, Gubernatorial Nominee, CHRISTOPHER WOO, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/17/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 23. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 2 (Senator(s) Ihara, Richards). |
CPN |
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GM581
Board of Dentistry
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Dentistry, Gubernatorial Nominee, GERI YOUNG, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/17/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 23. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 2 (Senator(s) Ihara, Richards). |
CPN |
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GM582
Board of Psychology
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Psychology, Gubernatorial Nominee, SEAN SCANLAN, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/17/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 23. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 2 (Senator(s) Ihara, Richards). |
CPN |
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GM583
Board of Psychology
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Psychology, Gubernatorial Nominee, SHERRIE TAKUSHI-ISARA, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/17/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 23. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 2 (Senator(s) Ihara, Richards). |
CPN |
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GM584
Board of Speech Pathology and Audiology
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Speech Pathology and Audiology, Gubernatorial Nominee, OLIVIA UCHIMA, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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3/12/2026- Nominee(s) Olivia Uchima withdrawn by Governor. (Gov. Msg. No. 755) |
CPN |
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GM585
Board of Speech Pathology and Audiology
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Speech Pathology and Audiology, Gubernatorial Nominee, KRISTIN BABA, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/22/2026- One Day Notice 04-23-26. |
CPN |
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GM586
Contractors License Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Contractors License Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, JERRY NISHEK, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/17/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 23. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 2 (Senator(s) Ihara, Richards). |
CPN |
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GM587
Hawai'i Medical Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Medical Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, ROBERT WOTRING, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/17/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 23. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 2 (Senator(s) Ihara, Richards). |
CPN |
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GM588
Motor Vehicle Industry Licensing Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Motor Vehicle Industry Licensing Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, MICHAEL STOEBNER, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/22/2026- One Day Notice 04-23-26. |
CPN |
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GM589
Motor Vehicle Repair Industry Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Motor Vehicle Repair Industry Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, ALBERT DENIS, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/17/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 23. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 2 (Senator(s) Ihara, Richards). |
CPN |
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GM590
Motor Vehicle Repair Industry Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Motor Vehicle Repair Industry Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, NOLAN MIYAHIRA, for a term to expire 06-30-2029. (Nominee Name corrected to NOLAN MIYAHARA by GM728).
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4/17/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 23. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 2 (Senator(s) Ihara, Richards). |
CPN |
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GM591
Motor Vehicle Repair Industry Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Motor Vehicle Repair Industry Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, ROBERT COLLINS, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/17/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 23. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 2 (Senator(s) Ihara, Richards). |
CPN |
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GM592
Pest Control Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Pest Control Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, TERRANCE MANAGO, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/17/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 23. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 2 (Senator(s) Ihara, Richards). |
CPN |
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GM593
State Board of Naturopathic Medicine
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the State Board of Naturopathic Medicine, Gubernatorial Nominee, BRITTA ZIMMER, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/17/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 23. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 2 (Senator(s) Ihara, Richards). |
CPN |
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GM594
Advisory Board of Directors of the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Advisory Board of Directors of the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority, Gubernatorial Nominee, DANNY OJIRI, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/22/2026- One Day Notice 04-23-26. |
EDT |
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GM595
Advisory Board of Directors of the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Advisory Board of Directors of the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority, Gubernatorial Nominee, JOEL GUY, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/22/2026- One Day Notice 04-23-26. |
EDT |
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GM596
Advisory Board of Directors of the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Advisory Board of Directors of the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority, Gubernatorial Nominee, LINDA WONG, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/22/2026- One Day Notice 04-23-26. |
EDT |
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GM597
Advisory Board of Directors of the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Advisory Board of Directors of the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority, Gubernatorial Nominee, KIMBERLY AGAS, for a term to expire 06-30-2026.
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4/22/2026- One Day Notice 04-23-26. |
EDT |
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GM598
Advisory Board of Directors of the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Advisory Board of Directors of the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority, Gubernatorial Nominee, TERRY FISCHER, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/22/2026- One Day Notice 04-23-26. |
EDT |
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GM599
Advisory Board of Directors of the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Advisory Board of Directors of the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority, Gubernatorial Nominee, MERICIA ELMORE, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/22/2026- One Day Notice 04-23-26. |
EDT |
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GM600
Advisory Board of Directors of the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Advisory Board of Directors of the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority, Gubernatorial Nominee, GRANT TABURA, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/22/2026- One Day Notice 04-23-26. |
EDT |
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GM601
Advisory Board of Directors of the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Advisory Board of Directors of the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority, Gubernatorial Nominee, TROY LAZARO, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/22/2026- One Day Notice 04-23-26. |
EDT |
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GM602
Advisory Board of Directors of the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Advisory Board of Directors of the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority, Gubernatorial Nominee, LEAH BELMONTE, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/22/2026- One Day Notice 04-23-26. |
EDT |
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GM603
Advisory Board of Directors of the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Advisory Board of Directors of the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority, Gubernatorial Nominee, JAMES MCCULLY, for a term to expire 06-30-2026.
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4/22/2026- One Day Notice 04-23-26. |
EDT |
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GM604
Advisory Board of Directors of the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Advisory Board of Directors of the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority, Gubernatorial Nominee, CHRISTIAN WEST, for a term to expire 06-30-2028.
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4/22/2026- One Day Notice 04-23-26. |
EDT |
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GM605
Advisory Board of Directors of the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Advisory Board of Directors of the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority, Gubernatorial Nominee, LISA PAULSON, for a term to expire 06-30-2027.
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4/16/2026- Nominee(s) Lisa Paulson withdrawn by Governor. (Gov. Msg. No. 810) |
EDT |
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GM606
Board of Directors of the Agribusiness Development Corporation
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Directors of the Agribusiness Development Corporation, Gubernatorial Nominee, DAVID HINAZUMI, for a term to expire 06-30-2028.
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4/21/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 25. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 0 (none). |
EDT |
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GM607
Board of Directors of the Agribusiness Development Corporation
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Directors of the Agribusiness Development Corporation, Gubernatorial Nominee, JAYSON WATTS, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/21/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 25. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 0 (none). |
EDT |
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GM608
Community-Based Economic Development Advisory Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Community-Based Economic Development Advisory Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, WILLIAM SMITH, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/22/2026- One Day Notice 04-23-26. |
EDT |
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GM609
Community-Based Economic Development Advisory Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Community-Based Economic Development Advisory Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, MICHELLE AGBIGAY, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/22/2026- One Day Notice 04-23-26. |
EDT |
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GM610
Community-Based Economic Development Advisory Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Community-Based Economic Development Advisory Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, KAIANA NEIZMAN, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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(S)
4/22/2026- One Day Notice 04-23-26. |
EDT |
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GM611
Hawai'i Community Development Authority (Kalaeloa District)
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Community Development Authority (Kalaeloa District), Gubernatorial Nominee, ADENA DUVAUCHELLE, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/15/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on WLA is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in WLA were as follows: 5 Aye(s): Senator(s) Lee, C., Inouye, Chang, Lamosao, DeCorte; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 0 Excused: none. |
WLA |
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GM612
Small Business Regulatory Review Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Small Business Regulatory Review Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, LEELEN PARK, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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(S)
4/21/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 25. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 0 (none). |
EDT |
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GM613
Small Business Regulatory Review Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Small Business Regulatory Review Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, CYNTHIA HOBSON, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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(S)
4/21/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 25. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 0 (none). |
EDT |
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GM614
Environmental Advisory Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Environmental Advisory Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, MARK GORDON, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/21/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 25. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 0 (none). |
AEN |
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GM615
Advisory Committee on Pesticides
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Advisory Committee on Pesticides, Gubernatorial Nominee, MATTHEW LYUM, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/21/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 25. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 0 (none). |
AEN |
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GM616
Board of Agriculture and Biosecurity
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Agriculture and Biosecurity, Gubernatorial Nominee, EN YOUNG, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/21/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 25. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 0 (none). |
AEN |
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GM617
Board of Agriculture and Biosecurity
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Agriculture and Biosecurity, Gubernatorial Nominee, JASON MONIZ, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/22/2026- One Day Notice 04-23-26. |
AEN |
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GM618
Stadium Authority
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Stadium Authority, Gubernatorial Nominee, JOEL KAWACHI, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/21/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 25. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 0 (none). |
EDT |
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GM619
Stadium Authority
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Stadium Authority, Gubernatorial Nominee, CLAIRE TAMAMOTO, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/21/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 25. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 0 (none). |
EDT |
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GM620
Stadium Authority
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Stadium Authority, Gubernatorial Nominee, MICHAEL IMANAKA, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/21/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 25. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 0 (none). |
EDT |
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GM621
Stadium Authority
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Stadium Authority, Gubernatorial Nominee, LLOYD HISAKA, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/21/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 25. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 0 (none). |
EDT |
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GM622
Correctional Industries Advisory Committee
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Correctional Industries Advisory Committee, Gubernatorial Nominee, SHANE DOUGHTY, for a term to expire 06-30-2028.
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4/2/2026- The committee on PSM has deleted the measure from decision making scheduled on 04-06-26 3:15PM; CR 016 & Videoconference. |
PSM |
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GM623
Correctional Industries Advisory Committee
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Correctional Industries Advisory Committee, Gubernatorial Nominee, RAYMOND MULLINS, for a term to expire 06-30-2028.
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4/20/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 18. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 7 (Senator(s) Chang, DeCoite, Inouye, Keohokalole, Kidani, Lee, C., McKelvey). |
PSM |
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GM624
Hawaii Paroling Authority
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawaii Paroling Authority, Gubernatorial Nominee, CHERYL INOUYE, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/20/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 18. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 7 (Senator(s) Chang, DeCoite, Inouye, Keohokalole, Kidani, Lee, C., McKelvey). |
PSM |
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GM625
Hawai'i Advisory Council on Emergency Management
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Advisory Council on Emergency Management, Gubernatorial Nominee, ROBERT HARTER, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/20/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 18. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 7 (Senator(s) Chang, DeCoite, Inouye, Keohokalole, Kidani, Lee, C., McKelvey). |
PSM |
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GM626
Hawaiʻi Workforce Development Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawaiʻi Workforce Development Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, SEAN NAKAMURA, for a term to expire 06-30-2027.
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4/17/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 23. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 2 (Senator(s) Ihara, Richards). |
LBT |
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GM627
Hawai'i Workforce Development Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Workforce Development Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, GINA ANONUEVO, for a term to expire 06-30-2026.
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4/17/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 23. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 2 (Senator(s) Ihara, Richards). |
LBT |
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GM628
Hawaii Workforce Development Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawaiʻi Workforce Development Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, RONA FUKUMOTO, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/17/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 23. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 2 (Senator(s) Ihara, Richards). |
LBT |
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GM629
Hawaiʻi Workforce Development Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawaiʻi Workforce Development Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, TRANG MALONE, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/17/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 23. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 2 (Senator(s) Ihara, Richards). |
LBT |
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GM630
Hawai'i Workforce Development Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Workforce Development Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, CARY MIYASHIRO, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/17/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 23. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 2 (Senator(s) Ihara, Richards). |
LBT |
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GM631
Hawaiʻi Workforce Development Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawaiʻi Workforce Development Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, KEITH DEMELLO, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/17/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 23. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 2 (Senator(s) Ihara, Richards). |
LBT |
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GM632
Hawaiʻi Workforce Development Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawaiʻi Workforce Development Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, ROSALEE AGAS-YUU, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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3/17/2026- Nominee(s) Rosalee Agas-Yuu withdrawn by Governor. (Gov. Msg. No. 762) |
LBT |
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GM633
Hoisting Machine Operators Advisory Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hoisting Machine Operators Advisory Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, REGAN TANIGUCHI, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/17/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 23. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 2 (Senator(s) Ihara, Richards). |
LBT |
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GM634
Board of Trustees of the Employees' Retirement System
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Trustees of the Employees' Retirement System, Gubernatorial Nominee, DARLENE BLAKENEY, for a term to expire 01-01-2032.
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4/17/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 23. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 2 (Senator(s) Ihara, Richards). |
LBT |
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GM635
Board of Trustees of the Deferred Compensation Plan
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Trustees of the Deferred Compensation Plan, Gubernatorial Nominee, LANCE LARSEN, JR., for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/17/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 23. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 2 (Senator(s) Ihara, Richards). |
LBT |
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GM636
Board of Land and Natural Resources
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Land and Natural Resources, Gubernatorial Nominee, DENISE ISERI-MATSUBARA, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/15/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on WLA is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in WLA were as follows: 5 Aye(s): Senator(s) Lee, C., Inouye, Chang, Lamosao, DeCorte; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 0 Excused: none. |
WLA |
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GM637
Board of Land and Natural Resources
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Land and Natural Resources, Gubernatorial Nominee, CALVIN YOUNG, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/15/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on WLA is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in WLA were as follows: 5 Aye(s): Senator(s) Lee, C., Inouye, Chang, Lamosao, DeCorte; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 0 Excused: none. |
WLA |
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GM638
Board of Land and Natural Resources
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Land and Natural Resources, Gubernatorial Nominee, JAMES CARPIO, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/15/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on WLA is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in WLA were as follows: 5 Aye(s): Senator(s) Lee, C., Inouye, Chang, Lamosao, DeCorte; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 0 Excused: none. |
WLA |
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GM639
Commission on Water Resource Management
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Commission on Water Resource Management, Gubernatorial Nominee, MOSES HAIA III, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/15/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on WLA is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in WLA were as follows: 5 Aye(s): Senator(s) Lee, C., Inouye, Chang, Lamosao, DeCorte; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 0 Excused: none. |
WLA |
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GM640
Commission on Water Resource Management
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Commission on Water Resource Management, Gubernatorial Nominee, JUANITA REYHER-COLON, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/15/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on WLA is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in WLA were as follows: 5 Aye(s): Senator(s) Lee, C., Inouye, Chang, Lamosao, DeCorte; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 0 Excused: none. |
WLA |
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GM641
Game Management Advisory Commission
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Game Management Advisory Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, ELROY MOLLENA, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/23/2026- One Day Notice 04-24-26. |
WLA |
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GM642
Game Management Advisory Commission
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Game Management Advisory Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, RICHARD FURST, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/23/2026- One Day Notice 04-24-26. |
WLA |
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GM643
Hawai'i Historic Places Review Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Historic Places Review Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, NICHOLAS BELLUZZO, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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3/13/2026- The committee(s) on WLA deleted the measure from the public hearing scheduled on 03-18-26 1:00PM; CR 224 & Videoconference. |
WLA |
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GM644
Island Burial Council, Island of Hawai'i
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Island Burial Council, Island of Hawai'i, Gubernatorial Nominee, CAYLA CRIVELLO, for a term to expire 06-30-2027.
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4/22/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 25. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 0 (none). |
HWN |
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GM645
Kane'ohe Bay Regional Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Kane'ohe Bay Regional Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, JOSEPH PICKARD, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/23/2026- One Day Notice 04-24-26. |
WLA |
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GM646
Kane'ohe Bay Regional Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Kane'ohe Bay Regional Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, JARRETT MACHADO, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/23/2026- One Day Notice 04-24-26. |
WLA |
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GM647
Kane'ohe Bay Regional Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Kane'ohe Bay Regional Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, ELENA BRYANT, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/23/2026- One Day Notice 04-24-26. |
WLA |
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GM648
Legacy Land Conservation Commission
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Legacy Land Conservation Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, MICHAEL BUCK, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/15/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on WLA is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in WLA were as follows: 5 Aye(s): Senator(s) Lee, C., Inouye, Chang, Lamosao, DeCorte; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 0 Excused: none. |
WLA |
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GM649
Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, GILBERT KUALIʻI, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/15/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on WLA is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in WLA were as follows: 5 Aye(s): Senator(s) Lee, C., Inouye, Chang, Lamosao, DeCorte; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 0 Excused: none. |
WLA |
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GM650
Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, PHILIP FERNANDEZ, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/15/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on WLA is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in WLA were as follows: 5 Aye(s): Senator(s) Lee, C., Inouye, Chang, Lamosao, DeCorte; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 0 Excused: none. |
WLA |
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GM651
King Kamehameha Celebration Commission
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the King Kamehameha Celebration Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, ZACHARY BANTOLINA, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/23/2026- One Day Notice 04-24-26. |
WLA |
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GM652
Hawai'i Teacher Standards Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Teacher Standards Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, JONATHAN GILLENTINE, for a term to expire 06-30-2027.
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4/14/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 25. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 0 (none). |
EDU |
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GM653
Hawaiʻi Teacher Standards Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawaiʻi Teacher Standards Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, DAWN RAYMOND, for a term to expire 06-30-2028.
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3/20/2026- Nominee(s) Dawn Raymond withdrawn by Governor. (Gov. Msg. No. 775) |
EDU |
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GM654
Hawaiʻi Teacher Standards Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawaiʻi Teacher Standards Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, DAPHNE OKUNAGA, for a term to expire 06-30-2028.
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4/14/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 25. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 0 (none). |
EDU |
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GM655
Hawaiʻi Teacher Standards Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawaiʻi Teacher Standards Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, NATASHYA NIHIPALI, for a term to expire 06-30-2028.
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4/8/2026- Nominee(s) Natashya Nihipali withdrawn by Governor. (Gov. Msg. No. 806) |
EDU |
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GM656
Hawaiʻi Teacher Standards Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawaiʻi Teacher Standards Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, DALE ARAKAKI, for a term to expire 06-30-2028.
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4/14/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 25. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 0 (none). |
EDU |
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GM657
Hawaiʻi Teacher Standards Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawaiʻi Teacher Standards Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, KATINA SOARES, for a term to expire 06-30-2028.
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4/14/2026- Nominee(s) failed to be confirmed. Ayes, 2. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 23 (Senator(s) Awa, Chang, DeCoite, DeCorte, Dela Cruz, Elefante, Fevella, Fukunaga, Gabbard, Hashimoto, Ihara, Inouye, Kanuha, Keohokalole, Kidani, Kouchi, Lamosao, Lee, C., McKelvey, Moriwaki, Richards, San Buenaventura, Wakai). Excused, 0 (none). |
EDU |
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GM658
Hawaiʻi Teacher Standards Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawaiʻi Teacher Standards Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, KRISTI MIYAMAE, for a term to expire 06-30-2028.
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4/14/2026- Nominee(s) Kristi Miyamae withdrawn by Governor. (Gov. Msg. No. 809) |
EDU |
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GM659
Hawai'i Medical Education Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Medical Education Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, JUDE DOMIZIO, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/17/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on EDU is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in EDU were as follows: 5 Aye(s): Senator(s) Kim, Kidani, Fukunaga, Hashimoto, DeCorte; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 0 Excused: none. |
EDU |
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GM660
Center for Nursing Advisory Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Center for Nursing Advisory Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, SARAH KAMAKAWIWOʻOLE, for a term to expire 06-30-2027.
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4/8/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, Kanuha, Keohokalole, Fevella; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) McKelvey. |
HHS |
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GM661
Center for Nursing Advisory Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Center for Nursing Advisory Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, JOVANA APO, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/7/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha, Keohokalole; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM662
Center for Nursing Advisory Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Center for Nursing Advisory Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, OLIVIA KIM, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/16/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha, Keohokalole; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM663
Center for Nursing Advisory Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Center for Nursing Advisory Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, TAMMIE NAPOLEON, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/13/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 3 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 2 Excused: Senator(s) Keohokalole, Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM664
Center for Nursing Advisory Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Center for Nursing Advisory Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, AMY THOMAS, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/7/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha, Keohokalole; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM665
Hawai'i Medical Education Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Medical Education Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, LANCE SEGAWA, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/17/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on EDU is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in EDU were as follows: 5 Aye(s): Senator(s) Kim, Kidani, Fukunaga, Hashimoto, DeCorte; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 0 Excused: none. |
EDU |
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GM666
Hawai'i Medical Education Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Medical Education Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, MARTINA KAMAKA, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/17/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on EDU is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in EDU were as follows: 5 Aye(s): Senator(s) Kim, Kidani, Fukunaga, Hashimoto, DeCorte; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 0 Excused: none. |
EDU |
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GM667
Hawai'i Medical Education Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Medical Education Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, COLLEEN INOUYE BAUM, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/17/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on EDU is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in EDU were as follows: 5 Aye(s): Senator(s) Kim, Kidani, Fukunaga, Hashimoto, DeCorte; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 0 Excused: none. |
EDU |
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GM668
Hawai'i Medical Education Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Medical Education Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, TAMMY HO, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/17/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on EDU is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in EDU were as follows: 5 Aye(s): Senator(s) Kim, Kidani, Fukunaga, Hashimoto, DeCorte; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 0 Excused: none. |
EDU |
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GM669
Hawai'i Medical Education Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Medical Education Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, MARY ANN SPADARO ANTONELLI, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/17/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on EDU is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in EDU were as follows: 5 Aye(s): Senator(s) Kim, Kidani, Fukunaga, Hashimoto, DeCorte; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 0 Excused: none. |
EDU |
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GM670
Hawai'i Medical Education Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Medical Education Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, RUSSELL WOO, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/17/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on EDU is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in EDU were as follows: 5 Aye(s): Senator(s) Kim, Kidani, Fukunaga, Hashimoto, DeCorte; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 0 Excused: none. |
EDU |
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GM671
Board of Directors of the Pacific International Space Center for Exploration Systems
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Directors of the Pacific International Space Center for Exploration Systems, Gubernatorial Nominee, WILLIAM FRISBEE, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/9/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 24. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 1 (Senator(s) Fukunaga). |
LBT |
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GM672
Board of Directors of the Pacific International Space Center for Exploration Systems
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Directors of the Pacific International Space Center for Exploration Systems, Gubernatorial Nominee, CHRISTIAN WONG, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/17/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 23. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 2 (Senator(s) Ihara, Richards). |
LBT |
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GM673
Commission on Fatherhood
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Commission on Fatherhood, Gubernatorial Nominee, BRONSON KOBAYASHI, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/8/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, Kanuha, Keohokalole, Fevella; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) McKelvey. |
HHS |
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GM674
Civil Rights Commission
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Civil Rights Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, ALPHONSO BRAGGS, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/16/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 25. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 0 (none). |
JDC |
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GM675
Ltr; correcting the term of expiration for GM520,GM521,GM522,GM523,GM524,GM525,GM526; GOV
Letter dated 01-29-2026, correcting the term for the nomination to GM520, GM521, GM522, GM523, GM524, GM525, and GM526, Gubernatorial Nominees to the Tax Review Commission, Mark Fukunaga, Stacey Katakura, Jessica Enos, Jonathan White, Judith Chock, Jon Yasuda, and Jeffrey Ueoka, term to expire amended to 05-07-2027.
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1/30/2026- Filed. |
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GM676
Moloka'i Irrigation System Water Users Advisory Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Moloka'i Irrigation System Water Users Advisory Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, DENISE KAWANO, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/21/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 25. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 0 (none). |
AEN |
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GM677
Elevator Mechanics Licensing Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Elevator Mechanics Licensing Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, PAUL BADUA, JR., for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/9/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 24. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 1 (Senator(s) Fukunaga). |
CPN |
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GM678
Elevator Mechanics Licensing Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Elevator Mechanics Licensing Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, MARSHALL URRUTIA, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/9/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 24. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 1 (Senator(s) Fukunaga). |
CPN |
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GM679
Board of Directors of the Hawai'i Health Systems Corporation
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Directors of the Hawai'i Health Systems Corporation, Gubernatorial Nominee, KELSEY LEW, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/23/2026- One Day Notice 04-24-26. |
HHS |
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GM680
Board of Agriculture and Biosecurity
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Agriculture and Biosecurity, Gubernatorial Nominee, MICHAEL FAYE, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/21/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 25. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 0 (none). |
AEN |
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GM681
Board of Directors of the Hawai'i Housing Finance and Development Corporation
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Directors of the Hawai'i Housing Finance and Development Corporation, Gubernatorial Nominee, GARTH YAMANAKA, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/22/2026- One Day Notice 04-23-26. |
HOU |
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GM682
Board of Directors of the Agribusiness Development Corporation
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Directors of the Agribusiness Development Corporation, Gubernatorial Nominee, JOSHUA UYEHARA, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/21/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 25. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 0 (none). |
EDT |
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GM683
Hawai'i Historic Places Review Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Historic Places Review Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, NOAH DOLIM, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/23/2026- One Day Notice 04-24-26. |
WLA |
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GM684
Circuit Court of the Fifth Circuit (Island of Kauaʻi)
Submitting for consideration and confirmation as Circuit Court Judge of the Circuit Court of the Fifth Circuit (Island of Kauaʻi), Gubernatorial Appointee, STEPHANIE R.S. CHAR, for a term to expire in 10 years.
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2/25/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 24. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 1 (Senator(s) Kidani). |
JDC |
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GM685
Board of Registration of the Island of Oahu
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Registration of the Island of Oahu, Gubernatorial Nominee, ARIA CASTILLO, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/22/2026- One Day Notice 04-23-26. |
JDC |
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GM686
Board of Registration of the Island of Hawai'i
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Registration of the Island of Hawai'i, Gubernatorial Nominee, JONATHAN SIMONDS, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/22/2026- One Day Notice 04-23-26. |
JDC |
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GM687
Policy Advisory Board for Elder Affairs
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Policy Advisory Board for Elder Affairs, Gubernatorial Nominee, RICK TABOR, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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3/6/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha, Keohokalole; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM688
Policy Advisory Board for Elder Affairs
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Policy Advisory Board for Elder Affairs, Gubernatorial Nominee, RAELENE TENNO, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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3/9/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha, Keohokalole; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM689
Policy Advisory Board for Elder Affairs
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Policy Advisory Board for Elder Affairs, Gubernatorial Nominee, SCOTT SPALLINA, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/13/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 3 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 2 Excused: Senator(s) Keohokalole, Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM690
Hawai'i Retirement Savings Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Retirement Savings Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, JESSIE DEAN, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/17/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 23. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 2 (Senator(s) Ihara, Richards). |
LBT |
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GM691
Legacy Land Conservation Commission
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Legacy Land Conservation Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, KIM FALINSKI, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/15/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on WLA is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in WLA were as follows: 5 Aye(s): Senator(s) Lee, C., Inouye, Chang, Lamosao, DeCorte; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 0 Excused: none. |
WLA |
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GM692
Board of Land and Natural Resources
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Land and Natural Resources, Gubernatorial Nominee, RILEY SMITH, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/15/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on WLA is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in WLA were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) Lee, C., Inouye, Chang, Lamosao; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 1 No(es): Senator(s) DeCorte; and 0 Excused: none. |
WLA |
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GM693
Elevator Mechanics Licensing Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Elevator Mechanics Licensing Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, ALLEN MARTIN, for a term to expire 06-30-2028.
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4/22/2026- One Day Notice 04-23-26. |
CPN |
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GM694
Withdrawal of GM508
Informing the Senate that on 02-10-2026, the Governor has withdrawn KUIOKALANI GAPERO, Gubernatorial Nominee to the University of Hawai'i Board of Regents, from consideration by the Senate (GM508).
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2/11/2026- Filed. |
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GM695
Board of Directors, Research Corporation of the University of Hawaiʻi
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Directors, Research Corporation of the University of Hawaiʻi, Gubernatorial Nominee, MICHAEL NEDBAL, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/17/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on EDU is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in EDU were as follows: 5 Aye(s): Senator(s) Kim, Kidani, Fukunaga, Hashimoto, DeCorte; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 0 Excused: none. |
EDU |
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GM696
Advisory Board on Pesticides
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Advisory Board on Pesticides, Gubernatorial Nominee, JAMES FALCONER, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/17/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 23. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 2 (Senator(s) Ihara, Richards). |
AEN |
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GM697
Real Estate Commission
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Real Estate Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, RICHARD EMERY, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/16/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on CPN is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in CPN were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) Keohokalole, Fukunaga, Lamosao, Awa; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 1 No(es): Senator(s) McKelvey; and 0 Excused: none. |
CPN |
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GM698
Real Estate Commission
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Real Estate Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, TRINETTE KAUI, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/16/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on CPN is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in CPN were as follows: 5 Aye(s): Senator(s) Keohokalole, Fukunaga, Lamosao, McKelvey, Awa; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 0 Excused: none. |
CPN |
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GM699
Real Estate Commission
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Real Estate Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, FRANK GOODALE, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/16/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on CPN is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in CPN were as follows: 5 Aye(s): Senator(s) Keohokalole, Fukunaga, Lamosao, McKelvey, Awa; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 0 Excused: none. |
CPN |
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GM700
Disability and Communication Access Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Disability and Communication Access Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, ED CHEVY, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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3/6/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha, Keohokalole; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM701
Health Planning Council, Tri-Isle County Subarea
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Health Planning Council, Tri-Isle County Subarea, Gubernatorial Nominee, JUDITH MIKAMI, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/7/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha, Keohokalole; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM702
Health Planning Council, West Oahu Subarea
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Health Planning Council, West Oahu Subarea, Gubernatorial Nominee, MICHELE KUAHINE, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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3/2/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 3 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 2 Excused: Senator(s) Keohokalole, Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM703
Game Management Advisory Commission
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Game Management Advisory Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, STEPHEN DEWALD, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/23/2026- One Day Notice 04-24-26. |
WLA |
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GM704
Board of Pharmacy
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Pharmacy, Gubernatorial Nominee, CINDYLOU FIGUERRES, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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3/10/2026- Nominee(s) Cindylou Figuerres withdrawn by Governor. (Gov. Msg. No. 748) |
CPN |
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GM705
Center for Nursing Advisory Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Center for Nursing Advisory Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, TERILYN LUKE, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/16/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha, Keohokalole; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM706
Mental Health and Substance Abuse, Kaua'i Service Area Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Mental Health and Substance Abuse, Kaua'i Service Area Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, PRITI TAYAL, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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3/6/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha, Keohokalole; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM707
Mental Health and Substance Abuse, Kaua'i Service Area Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Mental Health and Substance Abuse, Kaua'i Service Area Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, KANWARDEEP KALEKA, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/14/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha, Keohokalole; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM708
Mental Health and Substance Abuse, Maui Service Area Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Mental Health and Substance Abuse, Maui Service Area Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, NICOLE HOKOANA, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/8/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, Kanuha, Keohokalole, Fevella; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) McKelvey. |
HHS |
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GM709
Mental Health and Substance Abuse, Oahu Service Area Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Mental Health and Substance Abuse, Oahu Service Area Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, RAVEN SEVILLEJA, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/7/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha, Keohokalole; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM710
State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the State Council on Developmental Disabilities, Gubernatorial Nominee, KAREN GLASSER, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/1/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 3 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Fevella; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 2 Excused: Senator(s) Kanuha, Keohokalole. |
HHS |
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GM711
State Council on Mental Health
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the State Council on Mental Health, Gubernatorial Nominee, MARISSA CELESTE, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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3/2/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 3 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 2 Excused: Senator(s) Keohokalole, Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM712
State Council on Mental Health
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the State Council on Mental Health, Gubernatorial Nominee, KATHLEEN MERRIAM, for a term to expire 06-30-2028.
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3/9/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha, Keohokalole; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM713
Statewide Elections Accessibility Needs Advisory Committee
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Statewide Elections Accessibility Needs Advisory Committee, Gubernatorial Nominee, VICTORIA THOMPSON, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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3/12/2026- Nominee(s) Victoria Thompson withdrawn by Governor. (Gov. Msg. No. 756) |
JDC |
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GM714
Real Estate Commission
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Real Estate Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, ANDREA USHIJIMA, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/16/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on CPN is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in CPN were as follows: 5 Aye(s): Senator(s) Keohokalole, Fukunaga, Lamosao, McKelvey, Awa; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 0 Excused: none. |
CPN |
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GM715
Hawai'i Advisory Council on Emergency Management
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Advisory Council on Emergency Management, Gubernatorial Nominee, JUAN VIGIL, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/14/2026- Nominee(s) Juan Vigil withdrawn by Governor. (Gov. Msg. No. 807) |
PSM |
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GM716
Hawai'i State Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Plus Commission
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i State Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Plus Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, CHRISTOPHER LUTHY, for a term to expire 06-30-2028.
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3/6/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha, Keohokalole; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM717
Language Access Advisory Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Language Access Advisory Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, ANNABELLE STONE, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/15/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha, Keohokalole; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM718
Board of Naturopathic Medicine
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Naturopathic Medicine, Gubernatorial Nominee, JEAN PAUL VELASQUEZ, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/22/2026- One Day Notice 04-23-26. |
CPN |
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GM719
Board of Naturopathic Medicine
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Naturopathic Medicine, Gubernatorial Nominee, CORRINE MAUL DE SOTO, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/22/2026- One Day Notice 04-23-26. |
CPN |
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GM720
State Boxing Commission of Hawai'i
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the State Boxing Commission of Hawai'i, Gubernatorial Nominee, ROBYN JUMAWAN, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/22/2026- One Day Notice 04-23-26. |
CPN |
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GM721
Board of Professional Engineers, Architects, Surveyors and Landscape Architects
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Professional Engineers, Architects, Surveyors and Landscape Architects, Gubernatorial Nominee, DAN HIROTA, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/22/2026- One Day Notice 04-23-26. |
CPN |
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GM722
Statewide Health Coordinating Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Statewide Health Coordinating Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, ROBERT SHRODER, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/8/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, Kanuha, Keohokalole, Fevella; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) McKelvey. |
HHS |
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GM723
Health Planning Council, Tri-Isle County Subarea
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Health Planning Council, Tri-Isle County Subarea, Gubernatorial Nominee, PENNY KOVAL, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/7/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha, Keohokalole; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM724
Health Planning Council, Kauai Subarea
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Health Planning Council, Kauai Subarea, Gubernatorial Nominee, TRICIA-LYNN YAMASHITA, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/14/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha, Keohokalole; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM725
Intermediate Court of Appeals
Submitting for consideration and confirmation as Associate Judge of the Intermediate Court of Appeals, Gubernatorial Appointee, DANIEL M. GLUCK, for a term to expire in 10 years.
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3/24/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 21. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 3 (Senator(s) Awa, DeCorte, Fevella). Excused, 1 (Senator(s) Ihara). |
JDC |
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GM726
Hawai'i Workforce Development Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Workforce Development Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, GINA ANONUEVO, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/17/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 23. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 2 (Senator(s) Ihara, Richards). |
LBT |
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GM727
Hawai'i Community Development Authority (He'eia District)
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Community Development Authority (He'eia District), Gubernatorial Nominee, JO-ANN LEONG, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/15/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on WLA is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in WLA were as follows: 5 Aye(s): Senator(s) Lee, C., Inouye, Chang, Lamosao, DeCorte; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 0 Excused: none. |
WLA |
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GM728
Ltr; Correcting the spelling of the nominees name on GM590; GOV
Letter dated 03-04-2026, correcting the spelling of the Gubernatorial Nominee's name on GM590 (name amended to NOLAN MIYAHARA).
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3/5/2026- Filed. |
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GM729
Advisory Committee on Pesticides
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Advisory Committee on Pesticides, Gubernatorial Nominee, STEVE RUSSO, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/17/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 23. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 2 (Senator(s) Ihara, Richards). |
AEN |
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GM730
Advisory Board on Veteran's Services
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Advisory Board on Veteran's Services, Gubernatorial Nominee, JANET COVINGTON, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/20/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 18. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 7 (Senator(s) Chang, DeCoite, Inouye, Keohokalole, Kidani, Lee, C., McKelvey). |
PSM |
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GM731
Advisory Board on Veteran's Services
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Advisory Board on Veteran's Services, Gubernatorial Nominee, JASON SEAL, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/20/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 18. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 7 (Senator(s) Chang, DeCoite, Inouye, Keohokalole, Kidani, Lee, C., McKelvey). |
PSM |
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GM732
Hawai'i State Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Plus Commission
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i State Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Plus Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, CRISSI DOYLE, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/10/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha, Keohokalole; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM733
Hawai'i State Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Plus Commission
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i State Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Plus Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, SYLVIA ROMM, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/13/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 3 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 2 Excused: Senator(s) Keohokalole, Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM734
Board of Certification of Operating Personnel in Wastewater Treatment Plants
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Certification of Operating Personnel in Wastewater Treatment Plants, Gubernatorial Nominee, GARY HUTCHINSON, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/8/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, Kanuha, Keohokalole, Fevella; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) McKelvey. |
HHS |
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GM735
Board of Certification of Operating Personnel in Wastewater Treatment Plants
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Certification of Operating Personnel in Wastewater Treatment Plants, Gubernatorial Nominee, TAO YAN, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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3/18/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha, Keohokalole; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM736
Board of Certification of Operating Personnel in Wastewater Treatment Plants
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Certification of Operating Personnel in Wastewater Treatment Plants, Gubernatorial Nominee, JON KAWAMURA, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/10/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha, Keohokalole; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM737
Policy Advisory Board for Elder Affairs
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Policy Advisory Board for Elder Affairs, Gubernatorial Nominee, ROY KATSUDA, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/13/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 3 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 2 Excused: Senator(s) Keohokalole, Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM738
Kaho'olawe Island Reserve Commission
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Kaho'olawe Island Reserve Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, KAIPULAUMAKANIOLONO KEALA, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/23/2026- One Day Notice 04-24-26. |
WLA |
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GM739
Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority, Gubernatorial Nominee, PAUL HORNER, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/20/2026- The committee(s) on WLA has scheduled a public hearing on 04-23-26 1:00PM; Conference Room 225 & Videoconference. |
WLA |
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GM740
Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority, Gubernatorial Nominee, MICHELLE NOE NOE WONG-WILSON, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/20/2026- The committee(s) on WLA has scheduled a public hearing on 04-23-26 1:00PM; Conference Room 225 & Videoconference. |
WLA |
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GM741
Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority, Gubernatorial Nominee, RICHARD MATSUDA, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/20/2026- The committee(s) on WLA has scheduled a public hearing on 04-23-26 1:00PM; Conference Room 225 & Videoconference. |
WLA |
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GM742
Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority
Submitting for consideration and confirmation as the Chairperson of the Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority, Gubernatorial Nominee, JOHN KOMEIJI, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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3/10/2026- Referred to WLA. |
WLA |
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GM743
Hawai'i Historic Places Review Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Historic Places Review Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, GRAHAM HART, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/23/2026- One Day Notice 04-24-26. |
WLA |
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GM744
Hawai'i Commission for National and Community Service
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Commission for National and Community Service, Gubernatorial Nominee, ANNE MARIE MATSUZAKI, for a term to expire 06-30-2027.
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4/17/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on EDU is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in EDU were as follows: 5 Aye(s): Senator(s) Kim, Kidani, Fukunaga, Hashimoto, DeCorte; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 0 Excused: none. |
EDU |
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GM745
Hawai'i Medical Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Medical Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, ELIZABETH IGNACIO, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/16/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on CPN is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in CPN were as follows: 5 Aye(s): Senator(s) Keohokalole, Fukunaga, Lamosao, McKelvey, Awa; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 0 Excused: none. |
CPN |
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GM746
Contractors License Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Contractors License Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, CODY SULA, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/17/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 23. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 2 (Senator(s) Ihara, Richards). |
CPN |
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GM747
Department of Budget and Finance
Submitting for consideration and confirmation as the Director of the Department of Budget and Finance, Gubernatorial Nominee, SETH COLBY, for a term to expire 12-07-2026.
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4/22/2026- The committee(s) on WAM has scheduled a public hearing on 04-27-26 12:30PM; Conference Room 211 & Videoconference. |
WAM |
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GM748
Withdrawal of GM704
Informing the Senate that on 03-06-2026, the Governor has withdrawn CINDYLOU FIGUERRES, Gubernatorial Nominee to the Board of Pharmacy, from consideration by the Senate (GM704).
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3/10/2026- Filed. |
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GM749
911 Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the 911 Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, ELIZABETH GREGG, for a term to expire 06-30-2027.
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4/23/2026- One Day Notice 04-24-26. |
GVO |
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GM750
Commission to Promote Uniform Legislation
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Commission to Promote Uniform Legislation, Gubernatorial Nominee, TRACI FUJITA, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/17/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on JDC is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in JDC were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) Rhoads, Gabbard, Chang, Awa; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) San Buenaventura. |
JDC |
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GM751
Board of Physical Therapy
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Physical Therapy, Gubernatorial Nominee, STACIE KELIINOI, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/22/2026- One Day Notice 04-23-26. |
CPN |
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GM752
Early Learning Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Early Learning Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, CHERYL CUDIAMAT, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/17/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on EDU is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in EDU were as follows: 5 Aye(s): Senator(s) Kim, Kidani, Fukunaga, Hashimoto, DeCorte; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 0 Excused: none. |
EDU |
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GM753
Language Access Advisory Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Language Access Advisory Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, VALERIE ROSE, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/16/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha, Keohokalole; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM754
Health Planning Council, Tri-Isle County Subarea
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Health Planning Council, Tri-Isle County Subarea, Gubernatorial Nominee, KATHLEEN HAGAN, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/7/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha, Keohokalole; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM755
Withdrawal of GM584
Informing the Senate that on 03-10-2026, the Governor has withdrawn OLIVIA UCHIMA, Gubernatorial Nominee to the Board of Speech Pathology and Audiology, from consideration by the Senate (GM584).
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3/12/2026- Filed. |
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GM756
Withdrawal of GM713
Informing the Senate that on 03-11-2026, the Governor has withdrawn VICTORIA THOMPSON, Gubernatorial Nominee to the Statewide Elections Accessibility Needs Advisory Committee, from consideration by the Senate (GM713).
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3/12/2026- Filed. |
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GM757
Hawai'i Teacher Standards Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Teacher Standards Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, LOGAN OKITA, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/14/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 25. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 0 (none). |
EDU |
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GM758
Land Use Commission
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Land Use Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, KUʻULEIALOHA SANTOS, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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3/31/2026- Nominee(s) Ku?uleialoha Santos withdrawn by Governor. (Gov. Msg. No. 798) |
WLA |
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GM759
Hawai'i Workforce Development Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Workforce Development Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, CHRISTOPHER BURNETT, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/17/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 23. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 2 (Senator(s) Ihara, Richards). |
LBT |
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GM760
Board of Pharmacy
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Pharmacy, Gubernatorial Nominee, BRANDON RABANG, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/22/2026- One Day Notice 04-23-26. |
CPN |
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GM761
Withdrawal of GM535
Informing the Senate that on 03-11-2026, the Governor has withdrawn A. MALIA HALEAKALA, Gubernatorial Nominee to the Hawai'i Advisory Commission on Drug Abuse and Controlled Substances, from consideration by the Senate (GM535).
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3/12/2026- Filed. |
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GM762
Withdrawal of GM632
Informing the Senate that on 03-16-2026, the Governor has withdrawn ROSALEE AGAS-YUU, Gubernatorial Nominee to the Hawaiʻi Workforce Development Council, from consideration by the Senate (GM632).
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3/17/2026- Filed. |
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GM763
Withdrawal of GM536
Informing the Senate that on 03-16-2026, the Governor has withdrawn DAVE FIELDS, Gubernatorial Nominee to the Hawai'i Advisory Commission on Drug Abuse and Controlled Substances, from consideration by the Senate (GM536).
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3/17/2026- Filed. |
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GM764
Board of Directors of the Hawai'i Housing Finance and Development Corporation
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Directors of the Hawai'i Housing Finance and Development Corporation, Gubernatorial Nominee, SUSAN KUNZ, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/22/2026- One Day Notice 04-23-26. |
HOU |
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GM765
Land Use Commission
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Land Use Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, NANCY CARR SMITH, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/23/2026- Nominee(s) Nancy Carr Smith withdrawn by Governor. (Gov. Msg. No. 813) |
WLA |
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GM766
Land Use Commission
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Land Use Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, MELVIN KAHELE, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/20/2026- The committee(s) on WLA has scheduled a public hearing on 04-23-26 1:00PM; Conference Room 225 & Videoconference. |
WLA |
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GM767
Land Use Commission
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Land Use Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, MYLES MIYASATO, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/20/2026- The committee(s) on WLA has scheduled a public hearing on 04-23-26 1:00PM; Conference Room 225 & Videoconference. |
WLA |
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GM768
Board of Certification of Operating Personnel in Wastewater Treatment Plants
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Certification of Operating Personnel in Wastewater Treatment Plants, Gubernatorial Nominee, KEVIN NAKAMURA, for a term to expire 06-30-2028.
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4/16/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha, Keohokalole; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM769
State Foundation on Culture and the Arts
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the State Foundation on Culture and the Arts, Gubernatorial Nominee, PATRICK BRANCO, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/20/2026- The committee(s) on WLA has scheduled a public hearing on 04-23-26 1:00PM; Conference Room 225 & Videoconference. |
WLA |
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GM770
State Foundation on Culture and the Arts
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the State Foundation on Culture and the Arts, Gubernatorial Nominee, C. MAKANANI SALA, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/20/2026- The committee(s) on WLA has scheduled a public hearing on 04-23-26 1:00PM; Conference Room 225 & Videoconference. |
WLA |
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GM771
Board of Agriculture and Biosecurity
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Agriculture and Biosecurity, Gubernatorial Nominee, JAMES GOMES, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/17/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 23. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 2 (Senator(s) Ihara, Richards). |
AEN |
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GM772
Environmental Advisory Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Environmental Advisory Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, MICHELE LEFEBVRE, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/21/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 25. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 0 (none). |
AEN |
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GM773
Procurement Policy Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Procurement Policy Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, PAULA YOUNGLING, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/23/2026- One Day Notice 04-24-26. |
GVO |
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GM774
Labor and Industrial Relations Appeals Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Labor and Industrial Relations Appeals Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, DOUGLAS MOORE, for a term to expire 06-30-2036.
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4/13/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on LBT is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in LBT were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) Elefante, Lamosao, Moriwaki, Fevella; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Ihara. |
LBT |
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GM775
Withdrawal of GM653
Informing the Senate that on 03-19-2026, the Governor has withdrawn DAWN RAYMOND, Gubernatorial Nominee to the Hawaiʻi Teacher Standards Board, from consideration by the Senate (GM653).
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3/20/2026- Filed. |
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GM776
Hawai'i Medical Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Medical Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, REBECCA SAWAI, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/16/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on CPN is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in CPN were as follows: 5 Aye(s): Senator(s) Keohokalole, Fukunaga, Lamosao, McKelvey, Awa; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 0 Excused: none. |
CPN |
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GM777
Board of Agriculture and Biosecurity
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Agriculture and Biosecurity, Gubernatorial Nominee, SUZANNE SHRINER, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/21/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 25. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 0 (none). |
AEN |
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GM778
Commission on the Status of Women
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Commission on the Status of Women, Gubernatorial Nominee, JESSICA SHAFFER, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/17/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on JDC is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in JDC were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) Rhoads, Gabbard, Chang, Awa; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) San Buenaventura. |
JDC |
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GM779
Hawaiʻi Workforce Development Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawaiʻi Workforce Development Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, MARK PHONGSAVATH, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/17/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 23. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 2 (Senator(s) Ihara, Richards). |
LBT |
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GM780
Radiologic Technology Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Radiologic Technology Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, KRYSS KOJIMA, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/8/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, Kanuha, Keohokalole, Fevella; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) McKelvey. |
HHS |
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GM781
Policy Advisory Board for Elder Affairs
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Policy Advisory Board for Elder Affairs, Gubernatorial Nominee, STEPHEN LUNG, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/8/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, Kanuha, Keohokalole, Fevella; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) McKelvey. |
HHS |
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GM782
Statewide Health Coordinating Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Statewide Health Coordinating Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, JOHN MCCOMAS, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/15/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha, Keohokalole; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Fevella. |
HHS |
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GM783
911 Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the 911 Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, STEPHEN COURTNEY, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/23/2026- One Day Notice 04-24-26. |
GVO |
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GM784
911 Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the 911 Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, TERENCE GOMEZ, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/23/2026- One Day Notice 04-24-26. |
GVO |
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GM785
911 Board
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the 911 Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, STACY PERREIRA, for a term to expire 06-30-2028.
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4/23/2026- One Day Notice 04-24-26. |
GVO |
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GM786
Crime Victim Compensation Commission
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Crime Victim Compensation Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, JO BYRNE, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/20/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 18. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 7 (Senator(s) Chang, DeCoite, Inouye, Keohokalole, Kidani, Lee, C., McKelvey). |
PSM |
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GM787
Hawai'i Sister-State and International Partnerships Commission
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Sister-State and International Partnerships Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, KAMA HOPKINS, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/1/2026- Nominee(s) Kama Hopkins withdrawn by Governor. (Gov. Msg. No. 800) |
WLA |
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GM788
Hawai'i Sister-State and International Partnerships Commission
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Sister-State and International Partnerships Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, KAREN KNUDSEN, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/20/2026- The committee(s) on WLA has scheduled a public hearing on 04-23-26 1:00PM; Conference Room 225 & Videoconference. |
WLA |
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GM789
Hawai'i Sister-State and International Partnerships Commission
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Sister-State and International Partnerships Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, WESLEY FONG, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/20/2026- The committee(s) on WLA has scheduled a public hearing on 04-23-26 1:00PM; Conference Room 225 & Videoconference. |
WLA |
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GM790
Board of Certification of Operating Personnel in Wastewater Treatment Plants
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Certification of Operating Personnel in Wastewater Treatment Plants, Gubernatorial Nominee, EMILY DONG, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/14/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha, Keohokalole; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Fevella. |
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GM791
Board of Certification of Operating Personnel in Wastewater Treatment Plants
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Certification of Operating Personnel in Wastewater Treatment Plants, Gubernatorial Nominee, VIRGILIO VIERNES, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/7/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on HHS is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in HHS were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) San Buenaventura, McKelvey, Kanuha, Keohokalole; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Fevella. |
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GM792
Hawai'i Workforce Development Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Workforce Development Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, CHERYL CROSS, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/17/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 23. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 2 (Senator(s) Ihara, Richards). |
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GM793
Hawai'i Workforce Development Council
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Workforce Development Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, ASHLEIGH LOA, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.
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4/17/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 23. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 2 (Senator(s) Ihara, Richards). |
LBT |
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GM794
Hawai'i Technology Development Corporation
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Technology Development Corporation, Gubernatorial Nominee, NICOLE CACAL, for a term to expire 06-30-2028.
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4/22/2026- One Day Notice 04-23-26. |
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GM795
Withdrawal of GM571
Informing the Senate that on 03-23-2026, the Governor has withdrawn MARISA ADARO, Gubernatorial Nominee to the Commission on the Status of Women, from consideration by the Senate (GM571).
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3/23/2026- Filed. |
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GM796
Circuit Court of the Second Circuit (Island of Maui)
Submitting for consideration and confirmation as Circuit Court Judge of the Circuit Court of the Second Circuit (Island of Maui), Gubernatorial Appointee, ANNALISA M. BERNARD LEE, for a term to expire in 10 years.
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4/22/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on JDC is to CONSENT to the nomination. The votes in JDC were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) Rhoads, Gabbard, Chang, Awa; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) San Buenaventura. |
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GM797
Circuit Court of the Fifth Circuit (Island of Kauaʻi)
Submitting for consideration and confirmation as Circuit Court Judge of the Circuit Court of the Fifth Circuit (Island of Kauaʻi), Gubernatorial Appointee, MICHAEL K. SOONG, for a term to expire in 10 years.
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4/22/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on JDC is to CONSENT to the nomination. The votes in JDC were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) Rhoads, Gabbard, Chang, Awa; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) San Buenaventura. |
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GM798
Withdrawal of GM758
Informing the Senate that on March 31, 2026, the Governor has withdrawn KUʻULEIALOHA SANTOS, Gubernatorial Nominee to the Land Use Commission, from consideration by the Senate (GM758).
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3/31/2026- Filed. |
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GM799
Withdrawal of GM527
Informing the Senate that on March 31, 2026, the Governor has withdrawn ROGER BABCOCK, JR., Gubernatorial Nominee to the Board of Certification of Operating Personnel in Wastewater Treatment Plants, from consideration by the Senate (GM527).
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3/31/2026- Filed. |
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GM800
Withdrawal of GM787
Informing the Senate that on March 31, 2026, the Governor has withdrawn KAMA HOPKINS, Gubernatorial Nominee to the Hawai'i Sister-State and International Partnerships Commission, from consideration by the Senate (GM787).
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4/1/2026- Filed. |
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GM801
Hawai'i State Supreme Court
Submitting for consideration and confirmation as Chief Justice of the Hawai'i State Supreme Court, Gubernatorial Appointee, VLADIMIR P. DEVENS, for a term to expire in 10 years.
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4/22/2026- The committee(s) on JDC deferred the measure until 04-24-26 10:00AM; Conference Room 225 & Videoconference. |
JDC |
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GM802
Board of Directors of the Research Corporation of the University of Hawai'i
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Directors of the Research Corporation of the University of Hawai'i, Gubernatorial Nominee, DAVID KARL, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
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4/17/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on EDU is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in EDU were as follows: 5 Aye(s): Senator(s) Kim, Kidani, Fukunaga, Hashimoto, DeCorte; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 0 Excused: none. |
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GM803
Withdrawal of GM622
Informing the Senate that on April 2, 2026, the Governor has withdrawn SHANE DOUGHTY, Gubernatorial Nominee to the Correctional Industries Advisory Committee, from consideration by the Senate (GM622).
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4/2/2026- Filed. |
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GM804
Board of Regents of the University of Hawai'i
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Regents of the University of Hawai'i, Gubernatorial Nominee, MARIE LADERTA, for a term to expire 06-30-2031.
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4/17/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on EDU is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in EDU were as follows: 5 Aye(s): Senator(s) Kim, Kidani, Fukunaga, Hashimoto, DeCorte; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 0 Excused: none. |
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GM805
Board of Regents of the University of Hawai'i
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Regents of the University of Hawai'i, Gubernatorial Nominee, KEITH AMEMIYA, for a term to expire 06-30-2031.
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4/17/2026- The recommendation of the committee(s) on EDU is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in EDU were as follows: 5 Aye(s): Senator(s) Kim, Kidani, Fukunaga, Hashimoto, DeCorte; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 0 Excused: none. |
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GM806
Withdrawal of GM655
Informing the Senate that on April 7, 2026, the Governor has withdrawn NATASHYA NIHIPALI, Gubernatorial Nominee to the Hawaiʻi Teacher Standards Board, from consideration by the Senate (GM655).
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4/8/2026- Filed. |
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GM807
Withdrawal of GM715
Informing the Senate that on April 13, 2026, the Governor has withdrawn JUAN VIGIL, Gubernatorial Nominee to the Hawai'i Advisory Council on Emergency Management, from consideration by the Senate (GM715).
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4/14/2026- Filed. |
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GM809
Withdrawal of GM658
Informing the Senate that on April 14, 2026, the Governor has withdrawn KRISTI MIYAMAE, Gubernatorial Nominee to the Hawaiʻi Teacher Standards Board, from consideration by the Senate (GM658).
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4/14/2026- Filed. |
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GM810
Withdrawal of GM605
Informing the Senate that on April 14, 2026, the Governor has withdrawn LISA PAULSON, Gubernatorial Nominee to the Advisory Board of Directors of the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority, from consideration by the Senate (GM605).
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4/16/2026- Filed. |
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GM811
Withdrawal of GM560,GM561,GM562,GM563,GM564
Informing the Senate that on April 17, 2026, the Governor has withdrawn GEOFFREY HICKS, ANDREW SABANAL, RICHARD COLLINS, SARAH ANTONE, SHAWN KANAʻIAUPUNI, Gubernatorial Nominee to the Juvenile Justice State Advisory Council, from consideration by the Senate (GM560, GM561, GM562, GM563, GM564).
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4/20/2026- Filed. |
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GM812
Withdrawal of GM576
Informing the Senate that on April 20, 2026, the Governor has withdrawn KIRSHA DURANTE, Gubernatorial Nominee to the Defender Council, from consideration by the Senate (GM576).
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4/21/2026- Filed. |
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GM813
Withdrawal of GM765
Informing the Senate that on April 22, 2026, the Governor has withdrawn NANCY CARR SMITH, Gubernatorial Nominee to the Land Use Commission, from consideration by the Senate (GM765).
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4/23/2026- Received. |
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JC23
District Court of the First Circuit
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the District Court of the First Circuit, Judicial Nominee, KIRSHA KAULUKANE MILIANANI DURANTE, for a term to expire in 6 years.
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4/7/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 23. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 2 (Senator(s) Awa, Lee, C.). |
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JC24
District Court of the First Circuit
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the District Court of the First Circuit, Judicial Nominee, SIMEONA LYNN LILIUOKALANI AHUNA MARIANO, for a term to expire in 6 years.
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4/7/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 23. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 2 (Senator(s) Awa, Lee, C.). |
JDC |
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JC25
District Court of the Third Circuit, Island of Hawai'i
Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the District Court of the Third Circuit, Island of Hawai'i, Judicial Nominee, ANDREW MICHAEL KENNEDY, for a term to expire in 6 years.
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4/7/2026- Confirmed. Ayes, 23. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 2 (Senator(s) Awa, Lee, C.). |
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