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GM 530

Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Land and Natural Resources, Gubernatorial Nominee, KAREN ONO, for a term to expire 06-30-2028.

2025 Regular Session

Bill GM 530 confirms Karen Ono to Hawaii's Board of Land and Natural Resources, enhancing leadership in managing vital land and environmental resources until 2028.

Confirmed. Ayes, 23. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 2 (Senator(s) Fevella, Ihara).
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Bill Summary · GM 530

Summary of Bill GM 530

Bill Overview

Bill Number: GM 530
Title: Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Board of Land and Natural Resources, Gubernatorial Nominee, KAREN ONO, for a term to expire 06-30-2028.
Status: Confirmed
Introduced: January 23, 2025
Classification: Proclamation
Subject: Board of Land and Natural Resources

Purpose and Intent

Bill GM 530 is a gubernatorial nomination submitted by Governor Josh Green for the appointment of Karen Ono to the Board of Land and Natural Resources (BLNR) in Hawaii. The primary intent of this bill is to confirm Karen Ono's appointment, allowing her to serve a term that will expire on June 30, 2028. The BLNR is responsible for managing the state's land and natural resources, making this appointment significant for environmental stewardship and resource management in Hawaii.

Key Provisions

  • Nominee: Karen Ono is nominated to serve on the BLNR.
  • Term Duration: The term for the nominee will last until June 30, 2028.
  • Confirmation Process: The nomination underwent a series of legislative actions, culminating in a confirmation vote.

Legislative Actions

  1. January 23, 2025: The bill was introduced and referred to the Committee on Water and Land (WTL).
  2. March 4, 2025: A public hearing was scheduled for March 12, 2025.
  3. March 12, 2025: The WTL committee recommended advising and consenting to the nomination, with a vote of 4 Ayes and 1 Excused.
  4. April 10, 2025: The nomination was reported from the WTL committee with a recommendation for confirmation.
  5. April 15, 2025: A one-day notice was issued for the confirmation vote.
  6. April 16, 2025: The Senate confirmed the nomination with a vote of 23 Ayes and 2 Excused (Senators Fevella and Ihara).

Impact

The confirmation of Karen Ono to the BLNR will impact various stakeholders, including:
- State Government: Strengthens the leadership of the BLNR, which plays a crucial role in land management and environmental policy.
- Community and Environmental Groups: The nominee's policies and decisions will influence conservation efforts and land use regulations in Hawaii.
- Public: Residents will be affected by the decisions made by the BLNR regarding land and natural resource management.

Conclusion

Bill GM 530 successfully confirmed Karen Ono's appointment to the Board of Land and Natural Resources, ensuring that she will contribute to the management of Hawaii's vital natural resources until June 30, 2028. This nomination reflects the state's commitment to effective governance in environmental and land management issues.

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

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