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GM 763

Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Island Burial Council, Islands of Kaua'i and Ni'ihau, Gubernatorial Nominee, CHADLEY SCHIMMELFENNIG, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.

2025 Regular Session

Nominates Chadley Schimmelfennig to 4-year term on Island Burial Council, which oversees Native Hawaiian burial sites and cultural practices on Kaua'i and Ni'ihau.

Confirmed. Ayes, 25. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 0 (none).
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Bill Summary · GM 763

Summary of GM 763: Submitting Gubernatorial Nominee to Island Burial Council

Main Purpose and Intent

This bill is a gubernatorial message submitting the nomination of Chadley Schimmelfennig to serve on the Island Burial Council for the islands of Kaua'i and Ni'ihau. The council is responsible for overseeing the preservation and protection of Native Hawaiian burial sites and cultural practices on these islands.

Key Provisions

  • Nominates Chadley Schimmelfennig to the Island Burial Council
  • Term would expire on June 30, 2029 (a 4-year appointment)
  • The nomination was confirmed by the state legislature, with 25 'aye' votes and no objections or abstentions

Affected Parties

  • The Island Burial Council, which will gain a new member in Chadley Schimmelfennig
  • Native Hawaiian communities on the islands of Kaua'i and Ni'ihau, as the council oversees the protection of their cultural burial sites and practices

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • The nomination was introduced on March 25, 2025
  • It was confirmed by the state legislature shortly after introduction
  • Schimmelfennig's term on the council will run until June 30, 2029

Overall, this bill is a routine gubernatorial appointment to fill a position on the Island Burial Council, which plays a important role in preserving Native Hawaiian cultural heritage on the islands of Kaua'i and Ni'ihau. The nominee was swiftly confirmed by the legislature with broad bipartisan support.

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

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