STAND. COM. REP. NO. 3371

Honolulu, Hawaii

RE: GOV. MSG. NO. 555

Honorable Ronald D. Kouchi

President of the Senate

Thirty-Second State Legislature

Regular Session of 2024

State of Hawaii

Sir:

Your Committee on Health and Human Services, to which was referred Governor's Message No. 555, submitting for study and consideration the nomination of:

State Council on Developmental Disabilities

G.M. No. 555

ANNE CHIPCHASE, for a term to expire 06-30-2025,

begs leave to report as follows:

Your Committee reviewed the personal history, resume, and statement submitted by Anne Chipchase for service on the State Council on Developmental Disabilities.

Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination for the appointment of Anne Chipchase from the State Council on Developmental Disabilities and Hawaii Disability Rights Center.

Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Ms. Chipchase's background and dedication to providing health care to her community qualify her to be nominated for appointment to the State Council on Developmental Disabilities as a member representing the state protection and advocacy system. Your Committee notes that Ms. Chipchase is currently serving as an advocate for the Hawaii Disability Rights Center. Ms. Chipchase has an extensive history contributing to her community's health needs, serving as a Licensed Certified Medicare Agent for Pacific Benefit Options since 2021, Senior Engagement Partner for Ohana Health Plan, Inc. from 2008 to 2019, and Director of Development for National Kidney Foundation of Hawaii from 2006 to 2007. Your Committee also finds that Ms. Chipchase is a respected member of several advocacy groups and charitable organizations including the Honolulu Community Action Program and Palolo Lions Club. Your Committee further finds that Ms. Chipchase has a thorough understanding of the role and responsibilities of council members and her experience in advertising, marketing, and community relations will enhance the effectiveness of the State Council on Developmental Disabilities. Your Committee therefore recommends that Anne Chipchase be appointed to the State Council on Developmental Disabilities based on her knowledge, background, and dedication to public service.

As affirmed by the record of votes of the members of your Committee on Health and Human Services 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 Health and Human Services,

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JOY A. SAN BUENAVENTURA, Chair