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GM 530

Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Disability and Communication Access Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, JUDY PAIK, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.

2026 Regular Session

Hawaii legislature considers confirming Judy Paik to Hawaii's Disability and Communication Access Board through 2029, shaping state disability policy.

Confirmed. Ayes, 24. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 1 (Senator(s) McKelvey).
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Bill Summary · GM 530

Legislative bill overview

This bill is a gubernatorial nomination confirmation for Judy Paik to serve on Hawaii's Disability and Communication Access Board, with a term ending June 30, 2029. The nomination has been referred to the Health and Human Services (HHS) committee for consideration and confirmation.

Why is this important

The Disability and Communication Access Board advises the state on policies affecting people with disabilities and communication access needs. Board appointments influence state accessibility standards, accommodation requirements, and disability services policy that affect thousands of Hawaii residents.

Potential points of contention

  • Nominee qualifications: Whether Paik's background and expertise adequately qualify her to represent disability and communication access interests
  • Stakeholder input: Concerns from disability advocacy groups if they weren't meaningfully consulted on the nomination
  • Representation gaps: Whether the board's composition adequately represents the diverse disability community, including underrepresented populations

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

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