STAND. COM. REP. NO. 3976

Honolulu, Hawaii

RE: GOV. MSG. NO. 540

Honorable Ronald D. Kouchi

President of the Senate

Thirty-Third State Legislature

Regular Session of 2026

State of Hawaii

Sir:

Your Committee on Health and Human Services, to which was referred Governor's Message No. 540, submitting for study and consideration the nomination of:

Health Planning Council, Tri-Isle County Subarea

G.M. No. 540

ROBERT SHRODER for a term to expire 06-30-2029,

begs leave to report as follows:

Your Committee reviewed the personal history, resume, and statement submitted by Robert Shroder for service on the Health Planning Council, Tri-Isle County Subarea.

Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination for the reappointment of Robert Shroder from the State Health Planning and Development Agency.

Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Mr. Shroder's background and dedication to serving the public qualify him to be appointed to the Health Planning Council, Tri‑Isle County Subarea. Your Committee notes that Mr. Shroder has been a health care executive for over four decades and is currently retired. Mr. Shroder most recently served as the President and Chief Executive Officer of Mercy Health-Youngstown (MHY), one of nine regional health systems under Mercy Health located in Ohio. As President and CEO, Mr. Shroder was responsible for the operations of three acute care hospitals, ten ambulatory care sites, a home health care company, two long-term care facilities, and over one hundred thirty employed practitioners in the region. Previously at MHY, Mr. Shroder was the Executive Vice President of Operations and played a key role in the region earning awards and recognition for operational excellence, including a Best Practice Award from the American Society of Healthcare Human Resource Administration, as well as Top 100 Hospitals and Top 100 Invasive Cardiac Hospitals designations for its facilities. Your Committee further notes that Mr. Shroder has been serving on the Council since 2023, is currently serving as its Chairperson, and has a thorough understanding of the roles and responsibilities of council members. Your Committee finds that Mr. Shroder's experience and knowledge will continue to enhance the effectiveness of the Council. Your Committee therefore recommends that Robert Shroder be reappointed to the Health Planning Council, Tri-Isle County Subarea based on his experience, knowledge, and commitment 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