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GM 728

Letter dated 03-04-2026, correcting the spelling of the Gubernatorial Nominee's name on GM590 (name amended to NOLAN MIYAHARA).

2026 Regular Session

Corrects gubernatorial nominee's name spelling to "Nolan Miyahara" on official nomination document GM 590.

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Bill Summary · GM 728

Legislative bill overview

GM 728 is a technical correction bill that amends a previous gubernatorial nomination document (GM 590) to correct the spelling of the nominee's name from an unspecified spelling to "NOLAN MIYAHARA." This is a housekeeping measure to ensure official records accurately reflect the correct name of the gubernatorial nominee.

Why is this important

Accurate spelling of names in official government documents is essential for legal validity, voter records, ballot preparation, and official recognition of nominees. A misspelled name on a gubernatorial nomination could create confusion, potential legal challenges to the nomination's validity, or complications in ballot printing and election administration.

Potential points of contention

  • Procedural question: Whether a simple letter constitutes sufficient documentation for amending a formal nomination, or if additional procedural steps are required
  • Timeline concern: The very quick filing and receipt (same day) raises questions about whether adequate review occurred before accepting the correction
  • Record transparency: The bill summary doesn't specify what the original misspelling was, which could indicate unclear documentation of the correction being made

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

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