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GM 517

Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Board of Chiropractic, Gubernatorial Nominee, TERESA HERNANDEZ, for a term to expire 06-30-2028.

2025 Regular Session

Bill GM 517 confirms Teresa Hernandez to the Hawai'i Board of Chiropractic, enhancing public health by ensuring qualified oversight of chiropractic practices until 2028.

Confirmed. Ayes, 24. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 1 (Senator(s) Chang).
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Bill Summary · GM 517

Summary of Bill GM 517

Bill Information

  • Bill Number: GM 517
  • Title: Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Board of Chiropractic, Gubernatorial Nominee, Teresa Hernandez, for a term to expire 06-30-2028.
  • Status: Confirmed
  • Votes: Ayes: 24, Noes: 0, Excused: 1 (Senator Chang)
  • Introduced: January 23, 2025
  • Classification: Proclamation
  • Subject: Hawai'i Board of Chiropractic

Purpose and Intent

Bill GM 517 is a gubernatorial nomination submitted by Governor Josh Green for the confirmation of Teresa Hernandez to serve on the Hawai'i Board of Chiropractic. The primary purpose of this bill is to ensure that the Board is staffed with qualified individuals who can oversee the practice of chiropractic in Hawaii, thereby enhancing public health and safety.

Key Provisions

  • Nominee: Teresa Hernandez is nominated to serve on the Hawai'i Board of Chiropractic.
  • Term Duration: The term for the nominee will expire on June 30, 2028.
  • Confirmation Process: The nomination was reviewed and confirmed by the Senate, reflecting a unanimous support with no opposition.

Impact

  • Board Composition: The confirmation of Teresa Hernandez will contribute to the composition of the Hawai'i Board of Chiropractic, which is responsible for regulating chiropractic practices in the state.
  • Public Health: By confirming qualified individuals to the Board, the legislation aims to uphold standards in chiropractic care, ultimately benefiting the health and safety of the public.

Procedural Timeline

  • January 23, 2025: Bill GM 517 was introduced and referred to the Committee on Commerce and Consumer Protection (CPN).
  • March 13, 2025: A public hearing was scheduled for March 21, 2025.
  • April 11, 2025: The CPN committee recommended advising and consenting to the nomination.
  • April 25, 2025: The Senate confirmed the nomination with a vote of 24 Ayes and 0 Noes.

This summary provides an overview of Bill GM 517, highlighting its purpose, key provisions, and the procedural steps leading to the confirmation of Teresa Hernandez to the Hawai'i Board of Chiropractic.

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

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