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GM 742

Submitting for consideration and confirmation as the Chairperson of the Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority, Gubernatorial Nominee, JOHN KOMEIJI, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.

2026 Regular Session

Nominate and confirm John Komeiji as Chair of the Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority for a term ending June 30, 2029.

Confirmed. Ayes, 24. Aye(s) with reservations: Senator(s) Elefante, Inouye. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 1 (Senator(s) San Buenaventura).
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Bill Summary · GM 742

Overview

  • Bill: GM 742
  • Session: 2026
  • Jurisdiction: Hawaii
  • Title: Submitting for consideration and confirmation as the Chairperson of the Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority, Gubernatorial Nominee, JOHN KOMEIJI, for a term to expire 06-30-2029
  • Purpose: To submit the gubernatorial nomination of John Komeiji as Chairperson of the Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority (MKSOA) for Senate consideration and confirmation, with a term ending June 30, 2029.

Purpose and Intent

  • The Governor is forwarding the nomination of John Komeiji to the Hawaii State Senate for confirmation.
  • If confirmed, Komeiji would serve as Chairperson of the Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority.
  • The term of appointment would expire on June 30, 2029.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • nominates: John Komeiji as Chairperson of the Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority (MKSOA).
  • Confirmation process: The Senate is asked to advise and consent to the governor’s nomination, in accordance with Article V, Section 6 of the Hawaii State Constitution.
  • Term length: The appointment would run from confirmation (date not specified in the bill text) through June 30, 2029.

Note: The bill text itself is limited to a formal nomination transmittal and does not include statutory amendments or additional duties beyond designating the chairperson of MKSOA. The substantive powers, duties, and qualifications of the MKSOA Chair would be defined in existing statute or in future amendments.

Affected Parties and Stakeholders

  • Primary: John Komeiji, as gubernatorial nominee for Chairperson.
  • Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority (MKSOA): The leadership position of Chair would guide the Authority’s oversight of Mauna Kea-related stewardship, management, and governance matters.
  • Hawaii State Senate: Responsible for confirmation (advise and consent) of the nomination.
  • General public and stakeholders concerned with Mauna Kea stewardship, cultural preservation, environmental oversight, and related public policy.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Referral: Referred to the Senate committees for confirmation consideration.
  • Committee actions:
    • Western Legislative Assembly (WLA) committee held a public hearing on 05-04-26.
    • WLA reported a recommendation: ADVISE AND CONSENT.
    • Votes: 3 Aye, 0 No, 2 Excused; with reservations noted by two senators.
  • Senate action:
    • The nomination was confirmed by the Senate on 05-08-2026 (Ayes 24; reservations by two senators; one excused).
  • Expiration: If confirmed, term ends June 30, 2029.

Summary of Significance

  • This GM formalizes the nomination and confirmation process for the Mauna Kea oversight leadership, signaling Senate approval of John Komeiji as Chair for a defined term.
  • The action aligns with constitutional requirements for gubernatorial appointments and underscores ongoing governance of Mauna Kea stewardship issues.

If you need, I can add context on the Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority’s role, or outline potential implications of chair leadership changes for Mauna Kea policy and stewardship programs.

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

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