WeVote
Log In

Bill

Bill

GM 643

Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawai'i Historic Places Review Board, Gubernatorial Nominee, NICHOLAS BELLUZZO, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.

2026 Regular Session

Senate confirms Nicholas Belluzzo to Hawai'i Historic Places Review Board for six-year term, influencing state historic preservation policy and decisions.

Received.
#hawai'ihistoricplacesreviewboard
0
WeVote Research Nonpartisan
Bill Summary · GM 643

Legislative bill overview

This bill seeks Senate confirmation of Nicholas Belluzzo as a gubernatorial appointee to the Hawai'i Historic Places Review Board for a six-year term ending June 30, 2029. The board reviews and makes recommendations on historic preservation matters in the state.

Why is this important

The Historic Places Review Board influences decisions affecting culturally significant sites, archaeological resources, and architectural heritage across Hawai'i. Board members shape policy that impacts development projects, community planning, and preservation of sites important to Native Hawaiian history and culture.

Potential points of contention

  • Belluzzo's qualifications and expertise in historic preservation, Native Hawaiian culture, or related fields may be questioned or debated during confirmation
  • Questions about potential conflicts of interest if Belluzzo has ties to development, construction, or real estate industries that interact with preservation decisions
  • Concerns about board composition and whether appointees adequately represent Native Hawaiian perspectives and priorities in heritage preservation decisions

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

Sign in to ask a question.