STAND. COM. REP. NO. 3530

Honolulu, Hawaii

RE: GOV. MSG. NO. 700

Honorable Ronald D. Kouchi

President of the Senate

Thirtieth State Legislature

Regular Session of 2020

State of Hawaii

Sir:

Your Committee on Commerce, Consumer Protection, and Health, to which was referred Governor's Message No. 700, submitting for study and consideration the nomination of:

State Board of Public Accountancy

G.M. No. 700

BRIAN UEMORI, for a term to expire 06-30-2024,

begs leave to report as follows:

Your Committee reviewed the personal history, resume, and statement submitted by Brian Uemori for service on the State Board of Public Accountancy.

Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination for the appointment of Brian Uemori from the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs and two individuals.

Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Brian Uemori's background and dedication to serving the public qualify him to be appointed to the State Board of Public Accountancy as a public member. Your Committee notes that Mr. Uemori has thirty years of experience in accounting and finance, including eighteen years with two of the State's largest local banks. He is currently the executive vice president and chief credit officer at First Hawaiian Bank. Previously, he held a similar position at Bank of Hawaii. Your Committee further finds that Mr. Uemori currently sits on the Palama Settlement Board of Trustees, and has served as its past president. Your Committee further notes that he has a thorough understanding of the role and responsibilities of a board member and his extensive experience with public accountancy, namely in complex tax and audit issues, will enhance the effectiveness of the State Board of Public Accountancy. Your Committee therefore recommends that Mr. Uemori be appointed to the State Board of Public Accountancy based on his knowledge, background, and desire to contribute to the community.

As affirmed by the record of votes of the members of your Committee on Commerce, Consumer Protection, and Health that is attached to this report, your Committee, after full consideration of the background, experience, and qualifications of the nominee, has found the nominee to be qualified for the position to which nominated and recommends that the Senate advise and consent to the nomination.

Respectfully submitted on behalf of the members of the Committee on Commerce, Consumer Protection, and Health,

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ROSALYN H. BAKER, Chair