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GM 759

Letter dated 03-24-2025, correcting the names of the boards on GM746 and GM747, Gubernatorial Nominees Alexander Smith and Zachary Johnson: Board name amended to State Board of Public Accountancy; and GM729, GM730, and GM731, Gubernatorial Nominees Terrence Aratani, Sheryl Shields-Hanson, and Darryn Dunbar: Board name amended to State Board of Nursing.

2025 Regular Session

Bill GM 759 corrects board names for gubernatorial nominees in Hawaii, ensuring accurate appointments to the State Board of Public Accountancy and State Board of Nursing.

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Bill Summary · GM 759

Summary of Bill GM 759

Bill Information

  • Bill Number: GM 759
  • Title: Letter dated 03-24-2025, correcting the names of the boards on GM746 and GM747, Gubernatorial Nominees Alexander Smith and Zachary Johnson: Board name amended to State Board of Public Accountancy; and GM729, GM730, and GM731, Gubernatorial Nominees Terrence Aratani, Sheryl Shields-Hanson, and Darryn Dunbar: Board name amended to State Board of Nursing.
  • Status: Received
  • Introduced: March 25, 2025
  • Classification: Proclamation
  • Subject: Correcting commission name for GM746, GM729, GM730, GM731, GM747, GOV, Ltr

Purpose and Intent

The primary purpose of Bill GM 759 is to correct the names of specific boards associated with gubernatorial nominees in the State of Hawaii. This bill addresses inaccuracies in the naming of the boards for nominees Alexander Smith and Zachary Johnson, who are appointed to the State Board of Public Accountancy, and nominees Terrence Aratani, Sheryl Shields-Hanson, and Darryn Dunbar, who are appointed to the State Board of Nursing.

Key Provisions

  • Correction of Board Names:
    • GM 746: Alexander Smith is appointed to the State Board of Public Accountancy with an expiration date of June 30, 2029.
    • GM 747: Zachary Johnson is also appointed to the State Board of Public Accountancy with an expiration date of June 30, 2029.
    • GM 729: Terrence Aratani is appointed to the State Board of Nursing with an expiration date of June 30, 2028.
    • GM 730: Sheryl Shields-Hanson is appointed to the State Board of Nursing with an expiration date of June 30, 2028.
    • GM 731: Darryn Dunbar is appointed to the State Board of Nursing with an expiration date of June 30, 2029.

Affected Parties

The bill affects the following gubernatorial nominees:
- Alexander Smith and Zachary Johnson (State Board of Public Accountancy)
- Terrence Aratani, Sheryl Shields-Hanson, and Darryn Dunbar (State Board of Nursing)

These nominees will have their appointments officially recognized with the correct board names, ensuring clarity and accuracy in their roles.

Procedural Aspects

  • The bill was filed and received on March 25, 2025.
  • It is classified as a proclamation, indicating it serves to formally announce the corrections rather than enacting new law.

Conclusion

Bill GM 759 serves a crucial administrative function by correcting the names of boards associated with specific gubernatorial nominees in Hawaii. This ensures that the appointments are accurately reflected in official records, thereby supporting the integrity of the state's governance processes.

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

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