Bill
GM 717
Scott Collins is confirmed by the Hawaii Senate to serve on the Hawaii Workforce Development Council through June 30, 2028.
GM717: Summary
Overview
- Purpose: This proclamation confirms Scott Collins as a gubernatorial nominee to the Hawai‘i Workforce Development Council (HWDC) for a term ending June 30, 2028. The nomination is submitted for the Senate’s consideration and confirmation pursuant to Article V, Section 6 of the Hawaii State Constitution.
- Nature of bill: Proclamation/confirmation. The measure does not enact new policy but formally advances the governor’s nomination for Senate approval.
Nominee and Term
- Nominee: Scott Collins
- Position: Hawai‘i Workforce Development Council
- Term expiration: June 30, 2028
Process and Confirmation Path
- Constitutional basis: Governor’s nomination submitted for Senate confirmation.
- Governor’s communication: March 6, 2025 letter transmitting the nomination to the Senate President and Members of the Senate.
- Senate actions:
- Referred to relevant committee (LBT) on March 7, 2025.
- Public hearing scheduled (and held) on April 4, 2025.
- Committee recommendation: Advise and Consent (5 Aye, no reservations; no negatives; no excused).
- One-day notice published: April 21, 2025.
- Senate confirmed: April 22, 2025; Ayes 25, Noes 0, Reservations 0, Excused 0.
- Legislative status: Confirmed by the Senate; the nomination is now in effect.
Key Dates and Timeline
- March 6, 2025: Governor’s transmittal letter to Senate.
- March 7, 2025: Referred to LBT committee.
- April 4, 2025: Public hearing; LBT committee report recommending Advise and Consent.
- April 21, 2025: One Day Notice published.
- April 22, 2025: Senate confirmation vote (25-0-0-0).
Who Is Affected
- Primary: Scott Collins (nominee) and the Hawai‘i Workforce Development Council.
- Indirectly affected: Stakeholders connected to Hawaii’s workforce development system, including employers, workers, training providers, and state agencies that rely on HWDC guidance and leadership.
Impact and Considerations
- Governance: Adds a confirmed member to the HWDC, contributing to governance and strategic oversight of workforce development initiatives through the term ending 2028.
- Fiscal/Policy: No specific appropriations or policy changes are described in the proclamation; the action is a confirmation of a gubernatorial appointment.
Notes
- The document reflects standard gubernatorial appointments and Senate confirmation procedures and does not indicate any conditions or reservations tied to the nomination.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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