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GM 711

Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Dentistry, Gubernatorial Nominee, STAPHE FUJIMOTO, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.

2025 Regular Session

Confirm Staphe Fujimoto to Hawaii Board of Dentistry for a term ending June 30, 2029; Senate unanimously approved (25-0) on April 17, 2025.

Confirmed. Ayes, 25. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 0 (none).
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Bill Summary · GM 711

Summary of GM 711 — Confirmation of Gubernatorial Nominee to the Board of Dentistry (Staphe Fujimoto)

Purpose and Intent

GM 711 is the Governor’s gubernatorial message directing the Senate to consider and confirm Staphe Fujimoto as a member of the Hawaii Board of Dentistry. The appointment is for a term expiring June 30, 2029. The measure reflects the standard constitutional process in Hawaii: the Governor nominates a candidate, and the Senate provides “Advice and Consent.” The measure, once confirmed, fills a seat on the Board of Dentistry for the specified term.

Nominee and Term

  • Nominee: Staphe Fujimoto
  • Board: Hawaii Board of Dentistry
  • Term: Expiration date of June 30, 2029

What the Board of Dentistry Does (context)

The Board of Dentistry governs licensing, regulation, and discipline of dental professionals in the state. Members set policies, approve licensing standards, and oversee enforcement actions to maintain public health and safety in dental care. The nomination process ensures that the board includes individuals with relevant expertise and public accountability.

Legislative History and Timeline

  • Introduced: March 4, 2025
  • Presidential message from Governor (GM 711) transmitting the nomination: February 28, 2025
  • Committee action: Hawaii Senate Committee on Commerce and Consumer Protection (CPN) reported the nomination with a recommendation to Advise and Consent (Stand. Com. Rep. No. 1907) on April 16, 2025
    • Public hearing scheduled: March 21, 2025 (9:30 AM)
  • Senate action: Confirmed by the Senate on April 17, 2025
    • Vote: Ayes 25, Noes 0, Aye(s) with reservations 0, Excused 0
  • Status: Confirmed

Provisions and Substantive Impact

  • The bill does not alter the structure or powers of the Board of Dentistry; rather, it completes the standard nomination and confirmation process for a board member.
  • Upon confirmation, Staphe Fujimoto will serve as a Board of Dentistry member through June 30, 2029.
  • No changes to salary, board composition, or statutory authorities are indicated in the bill text provided.

Affected Parties

  • Staphe Fujimoto (nominee) becomes a member of the Hawaii Board of Dentistry
  • The Board of Dentistry and the broader regulatory framework governing dental professionals in Hawaii
  • The public, via continued governance and oversight of dental licensure and discipline

Procedural and Timeline Highlights

  • Initiation of nomination by the Governor (GM transmission)
  • Senate committee review and public hearing
  • Committee recommendation to advise and consent
  • Full Senate confirmation vote with a clean slate (25-0)
  • Effective upon Senate confirmation (per standard practice; subsequent ceremonial or formal swearing-in may follow)

This summary captures the essential facts: GM 711 confirms Staphe Fujimoto to the Hawaii Board of Dentistry for a 2029-end term, with the Senate’s unanimous approval in April 2025 following earlier committee consideration and a public hearing.

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

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