STAND. COM. REP. NO. 3848

Honolulu, Hawaii

RE: GOV. MSG. NOS. 519, 614

Honorable Ronald D. Kouchi

President of the Senate

Thirty-Second State Legislature

Regular Session of 2024

State of Hawaii

Sir:

Your Committee on Commerce and Consumer Protection, to which was referred Governor's Message Nos. 519 and 614, submitting for study and consideration the nominations of:

Pest Control Board

G.M. No. 519	JOHN SPEED, for a term to expire 06-30-2027; and
G.M. No. 614	WILLIAM LEE, for a term to expire 06-30-2028,

begs leave to report as follows:

Your Committee reviewed the personal histories, resumes, and statements submitted by John Speed and William Lee for service on the Pest Control Board.

JOHN SPEED

Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination for the reappointment of John Speed from the Pest Control Board and Hawaii Pest Control Association.

Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Mr. Speed's background, experience, and dedication to community service qualify him to be reappointed to the Pest Control Board as a licensed pest control operator member. Mr. Speed has served as a member of the Pest Control Board since he was first appointed on July 1, 2021, and currently serves as Chairperson of the Board. Mr. Speed has also previously served as the Pest Control Board's Vice Chairperson and Legislative Liaison. Mr. Speed is the founding President of Kilauea Pest Control, Inc., a termite and general pest control company located in Kailua, Oahu. Mr. Speed has over twenty years of pest control experience and has been licensed as a pest control operator in Hawaii since September 2002. Your Committee finds that Mr. Speed is also an active participant in his local community, serving as the Vice President of the Hawaii Pest Control Association; a member of the U-Group Pest Management Alliance; and as a leader in his church congregation. Your Committee further finds that Mr. Speed's professional expertise, longstanding Board participation, and demonstrated commitment to public service will continue to enhance the work of the Pest Control Board. Your Committee therefore recommends that John Speed be reappointed to the Pest Control Board based on his knowledge, experience, and commitment to public service.

WILLIAM LEE

Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination for the reappointment of William Lee from the Pest Control Board, Hawaii Pest Control Association, and one individual.

Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Mr. Lee's knowledge, experience, and dedication to the pest control industry qualify him to be reappointed to the Pest Control Board as a licensed pest control operator member. Mr. Lee has served as a member of the Pest Control Board since he was first appointed on an interim basis on January 11, 2021. Mr. Lee is the owner and operator of Will Kill Termites & Pests LLC, a termite and pest extermination company located in Hilo, Hawaii island. Mr. Lee has nearly twenty years of pest control experience and has been licensed as a pest control operator in Hawaii since July 2006. Your Committee finds that Mr. Lee is also actively involved in various community organizations, such as the Hawaii Island Contractor's Association and Hilo Yacht Club. Your Committee finds that Mr. Lee's wealth of professional knowledge, desire to serve the public, and outlook as a neighbor island Board member provides a unique perspective that will continue to enhance the work of the Pest Control Board. Your Committee therefore recommends that William Lee be reappointed to the Pest Control Board based on his experience, background, and dedication to public service.

As affirmed by the records of votes of the members of your Committee on Commerce and Consumer Protection that are attached to this report, your Committee, after full consideration of the background, experience, and qualifications of the nominees, has found the nominees to be qualified for the positions to which nominated and recommends that the Senate advise and consent to the nominations.

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

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JARRETT KEOHOKALOLE, Chair