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GM 521

Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Commission on Fatherhood, Gubernatorial Nominee, NEEL CHAUHAN, for a term to expire 06-30-2028.

2025 Regular Session

GM521 nominates Neel Chauhan to the Hawaii Commission on Fatherhood; after Senate confirmation, he serves as a commissioner through June 30, 2028.

Confirmed. Ayes, 24. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 1 (Senator(s) Fevella).
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Bill Summary · GM 521

Summary of GM521: Neel Chauhan – Commission on Fatherhood

What the bill is

  • GM521 is a gubernatorial proclamation submitting Neel Chauhan for consideration and confirmation by the Hawaii Senate as a Commissioner on the Hawaii Commission on Fatherhood.
  • Nomination term: expires June 30, 2028.
  • Classification: proclamation (executive-branch appointment subject to Senate confirmation).

Nominee details

  • Name: Neel Chauhan
  • Position: Commissioner, Hawaii Commission on Fatherhood
  • Term expiration: June 30, 2028

Purpose and authority

  • The Governor nominates individuals to executive-branch commissions, boards, and similar bodies, with formal Senate confirmation required for appointment. GM521 communicates the nomination to the Senate for its advice and consent, per Hawaii’s constitutional process (Article V, Section 6).
  • Upon Senate confirmation, Chauhan would serve as a member of the Commission on Fatherhood, participating in policymaking, advocacy, and guidance related to fatherhood issues in the state.

Procedural history and timeline

  • Introduced: January 23, 2025.
  • Governor’s transmittal: January 15, 2025 (letter submitting the nomination).
  • Referred to Senate committee: January 23, 2025 (Health and Human Services, HHS).
  • Committee action (HHS):
    • February 20, 2025: Public hearing scheduled for February 24, 2025 (Conference Room 225 & videoconference).
    • February 24, 2025: HHS recommended Advise and Consent (4 Aye; 0 No; 1 Excused – Fevella).
    • February 24, 2025: Reported as Stand. Com. Rep. No. 1846 with a recommendation to Advise and Consent.
  • Senate action:
    • April 8, 2025: One Day Notice for a confirmation vote.
    • April 10, 2025: Senate confirmed the nomination (Ayes 24; Noes 0; Excused 1 – Fevella).

Who or what would be affected

  • Affected Entity: Hawaii Commission on Fatherhood (a state body advising and guiding policy related to fatherhood and family support).
  • Direct impact: Neel Chauhan would join the Commission as a voting or advisory member for a fixed term through 06/30/2028, subject to ongoing statutory authority and any future reappointments or changes per law.
  • Indirect impact: Potential influence on state policies and programs addressing paternal involvement, family stability, and related support services.

Key dates and notes

  • Nomination submitted to the Senate: January 23, 2025.
  • Senate confirmation: April 10, 2025.
  • Public hearing: February 24, 2025 (HHS).

Summary

GM521 formalizes the nomination of Neel Chauhan to the Hawaii Commission on Fatherhood for a term ending June 30, 2028. The nomination underwent standard Senate review, with a favorable recommendation from the Health and Human Services committee and full Senate confirmation. Once sworn in, Chauhan will serve on the Commission, contributing to its mission of advising on and promoting policies related to fatherhood in Hawaii.

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

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