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GM 554

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

2025 Regular Session

Bill GM 554 aimed to nominate Lance Wilhelm to the University of Hawai'i's Candidate Advisory Council, impacting governance, but the Governor withdrew the nomination.

Nominee(s) withdrawn by Governor. (Gov. Msg. No. 787)
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Bill Summary · GM 554

Summary of Bill GM 554

Bill Overview

Bill Number: GM 554
Title: Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Candidate Advisory Council for the Board of Regents of the University of Hawai'i, Gubernatorial Nominee, Lance Wilhelm, 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Status: Nominee(s) withdrawn by Governor (Gov.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

The primary purpose of Bill GM 554 was to submit the nomination of Lance Wilhelm to the Candidate Advisory Council for the Board of Regents of the University of Hawai'i. This council plays a crucial role in advising the Governor on appointments to the Board of Regents, which oversees the University of Hawai'i system. The nomination was intended to fill a position that would expire on June 30, 2028.

Key Provisions

  • Nomination Submission: The bill formally submitted the nomination of Lance Wilhelm for consideration by the Senate.
  • Term Duration: If confirmed, Wilhelm's term would have lasted until June 30, 2028.
  • Advisory Role: The Candidate Advisory Council assists in identifying and recommending candidates for the Board of Regents, which is responsible for the governance of the University of Hawai'i.

Impact

  • Affected Parties: The nomination would have impacted the governance of the University of Hawai'i by potentially adding a new member to the Board of Regents, which influences university policies and administration.
  • Governor's Authority: The bill highlighted the Governor's role in appointing members to the advisory council, emphasizing the importance of these appointments in shaping higher education in Hawaii.

Legislative Actions

  • January 23, 2025: The bill was introduced and referred to the Higher Education Committee (HRE).
  • April 1, 2025: The Governor withdrew the nomination, effectively halting the confirmation process.

Conclusion

Bill GM 554 was a legislative effort to nominate Lance Wilhelm to a significant advisory role within the University of Hawai'i's governance structure. However, the withdrawal of the nomination by the Governor means that the proposed changes will not take effect, leaving the current composition of the Candidate Advisory Council unchanged.

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

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