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GM 599

Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Campaign Spending Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, DANTON WONG, for a term to expire 06-30-2028.

2025 Regular Session

Bill GM 599 sought to confirm Danton Wong to Hawaii's Campaign Spending Commission, but his nomination was withdrawn, impacting the commission's regulatory effectiveness.

Nominee(s) withdrawn by Governor. (Gov. Msg. No. 653)
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Bill Summary · GM 599

Summary of Bill GM 599

Bill Overview

  • Bill Number: GM 599
  • Title: Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Campaign Spending Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, Danton Wong, for a term to expire 06-30-2028.
  • Status: Nominee(s) withdrawn by Governor (Gov. Msg. No. 653).
  • Introduced: January 23, 2025
  • Classification: Proclamation
  • Subject: Campaign Spending Commission

Purpose and Intent

Bill GM 599 was introduced to nominate Danton Wong for a position on the Campaign Spending Commission in Hawaii. The Campaign Spending Commission is responsible for overseeing and regulating campaign financing within the state, ensuring transparency and compliance with campaign finance laws.

Key Provisions

  • Nomination: The bill proposed the confirmation of Danton Wong as a member of the Campaign Spending Commission.
  • Term Duration: If confirmed, Wong's term would have been set to expire on June 30, 2028.

Legislative Actions

  • January 23, 2025: The bill was introduced and referred to the Judiciary and Government Operations Committee (JDC).
  • February 12, 2025: The nomination was withdrawn by the Governor, effectively halting the confirmation process.

Impact

The withdrawal of the nomination means that the Campaign Spending Commission will not have Danton Wong as a member, which could affect the commission's composition and its ability to carry out its regulatory functions. The commission plays a critical role in maintaining the integrity of campaign financing in Hawaii, and changes in its membership can influence its operations and decisions.

Conclusion

Bill GM 599 aimed to confirm Danton Wong to the Campaign Spending Commission but was ultimately withdrawn by the Governor before any confirmation could take place. The implications of this withdrawal may affect the commission's effectiveness in overseeing campaign finance in the state.

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

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