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GM 553

Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Candidate Advisory Council for the Board of Regents of the University of Hawai'i, Gubernatorial Nominee, AMY HENNESSEY, for a term to expire 06-30-2028.

2025 Regular Session

Bill GM 553 aimed to confirm Amy Hennessey to the Candidate Advisory Council for the University of Hawai'i, but her nomination was withdrawn by the Governor.

Nominee(s) withdrawn by Governor. (Gov. Msg. No. 787)
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Bill Summary · GM 553

Summary of Bill GM 553

Bill Information

  • Bill Number: GM 553
  • Title: Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Candidate Advisory Council for the Board of Regents of the University of Hawai'i, Gubernatorial Nominee, AMY HENNESSEY, for a term to expire 06-30-2028.
  • Status: Nominee(s) withdrawn by Governor. (Gov. Msg. No. 787)
  • Introduced: January 23, 2025
  • Classification: Proclamation
  • Subject: Candidate Advisory Council for the Board of Regents of the University of Hawai'i

Purpose and Intent

Bill GM 553 was introduced to submit the nomination of Amy Hennessey to the Candidate Advisory Council for the Board of Regents of the University of Hawai'i. The intent of this bill was to facilitate the confirmation process for Hennessey, who was nominated to serve a term that would expire on June 30, 2028.

Key Provisions

  • Nomination: The bill specifically nominates Amy Hennessey to the Candidate Advisory Council, which plays a crucial role in advising on appointments to the Board of Regents of the University of Hawai'i.
  • Term Duration: If confirmed, Hennessey would serve a term lasting until June 30, 2028.

Impact

  • Affected Parties: The primary impact of this bill would have been on the governance of the University of Hawai'i, as the Board of Regents is responsible for overseeing the university system. The nomination of Hennessey was intended to bring her expertise and perspective to the council.
  • Withdrawal of Nomination: As of April 1, 2025, the Governor withdrew the nomination, which means that the proposed changes and potential contributions of Hennessey to the council will not take place.

Legislative Timeline

  • January 23, 2025: Bill GM 553 was introduced and received by the Senate.
  • January 23, 2025: The bill was referred to the Higher Education Committee (HRE).
  • April 1, 2025: The Governor formally withdrew the nomination of Amy Hennessey.

Conclusion

Bill GM 553 aimed to nominate Amy Hennessey to the Candidate Advisory Council for the Board of Regents of the University of Hawai'i, with a term set to expire in 2028. However, the nomination was subsequently withdrawn by the Governor, halting any further action related to this bill.

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

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