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GM 512

Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Hawaiʻi Workforce Development Council, Gubernatorial Nominee, JASON BENN, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.

2026 Regular Session

Hawaii nominates Jason Benn to the Workforce Development Council through 2030, determining state job training and employment policy direction.

The recommendation of the committee(s) on LBT is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in LBT were as follows: 4 Aye(s): Senator(s) Elefante, Lamosao, Ihara, Fevella; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Moriwaki.
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Bill Summary · GM 512

Legislative bill overview

This bill submits Jason Benn as a gubernatorial nominee for confirmation to the Hawaiʻi Workforce Development Council, with a term ending June 30, 2030. The measure is a standard confirmation process for filling a seat on the state workforce development board.

Why is this important

The Hawaiʻi Workforce Development Council shapes state policies on job training, labor force development, and employment programs. Confirmation of council members directly influences workforce initiatives, funding allocation for training programs, and strategies addressing unemployment and skills gaps in Hawaii's economy.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of publicly available information about Jason Benn's qualifications, background, or relevant experience in workforce development
  • Whether the nominee's professional interests align with Hawaii's specific labor market needs (tourism, construction, healthcare, etc.)
  • Potential questions about conflicts of interest if the nominee has business ties to industries the council oversees or regulates

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

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