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GM 795

Informing the Senate that on 04-14-2025, the Governor has withdrawn KAWAIPUNA KALIPI, Gubernatorial Nominee to the Island Burial Council, Island of Moloka'i, from consideration by the Senate (GM674).

2025 Regular Session

Bill GM 795 formally notifies the Hawaii Senate of the immediate withdrawal of Kawaipuna Kalipi's nomination to the Island Burial Council for Moloka'i.

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Bill Summary · GM 795

Summary of Bill GM 795

Bill Information

  • Bill Number: GM 795
  • Title: Informing the Senate that on 04-14-2025, the Governor has withdrawn KAWAIPUNA KALIPI, Gubernatorial Nominee to the Island Burial Council, Island of Moloka'i, from consideration by the Senate (GM674).
  • Status: Received
  • Introduced: April 15, 2025
  • Classification: Proclamation
  • Subject: Withdrawal of GM674

Purpose and Intent

Bill GM 795 serves to formally notify the Hawaii State Senate of the withdrawal of Kawaipuna Kalipi's nomination to the Island Burial Council for the Island of Moloka'i. This action is taken at the request of the nominee and is in accordance with the provisions outlined in Article V, Section 6 of the Hawaii State Constitution.

Key Provisions

  • The bill communicates the Governor's decision to withdraw the nomination of Kawaipuna Kalipi for the Island Burial Council.
  • The withdrawal is effective immediately as of April 14, 2025, and is communicated to the Senate through a formal letter from Governor Josh Green, M.D.

Affected Parties

  • Kawaipuna Kalipi: The individual whose nomination has been withdrawn.
  • Island Burial Council: The council for which the nomination was intended, which may need to seek a new nominee.
  • Hawaii State Senate: The legislative body that was considering the nomination and will no longer review it.

Procedural Aspects

  • The bill was filed and received on April 15, 2025, the day following the withdrawal notice.
  • The formal communication includes a list of individuals and entities notified of the withdrawal, including the Chairperson of the Board of Land & Natural Resources and the Chief Executive Officer of the Office of Hawaiian Affairs.

Conclusion

Bill GM 795 is a straightforward legislative proclamation that reflects the procedural withdrawal of a gubernatorial nominee from consideration for a state council. It underscores the importance of formal communication between the executive and legislative branches in the governance of Hawaii.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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