Overview: Bill Number: GM 545, Title: Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Advisory Commission on Drug Abuse and Controlled Substances, Gubernatorial Nominee, LILINOE KAUAHIKAUA, for a term to expire 06-30-2028, Status: Confirmed. Ayes, 24. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 1 (Senator(s) Fevella), Introduced: January 23, 2025, Classification: proclamation, Subject: Hawai'i Advisory Commission on Drug Abuse and Controlled Substances
Purpose and Intent: This bill submits the gubernatorial nomination of Lilinoe Kauahikaua for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Advisory Commission on Drug Abuse and Controlled Substances. The commission provides guidance and recommendations to the state government on issues related to substance abuse and the regulation of controlled substances.
Key Provisions:
- Nominates Lilinoe Kauahikaua to serve on the Hawai'i Advisory Commission on Drug Abuse and Controlled Substances
- Specifies a term expiration date of June 30, 2028
Affected Parties and Impacts: The primary affected party is Lilinoe Kauahikaua, who has been confirmed to serve on the advisory commission. The commission's decisions and recommendations also impact the state's policies and programs related to substance abuse and controlled substances.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The state Senate has confirmed this nomination, and Lilinoe Kauahikaua will serve on the commission until June 2028.
