Overview: Bill Number: GM 679, Title: Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Island Burial Council, Islands of Maui and Lana'i, Gubernatorial Nominee, BENNADETTE DUMAN, for a term to expire 06-30-2029, Status: Confirmed, Introduced: February 19, 2025, Classification: proclamation, Subject: Island Burial Council, Islands of Maui and Lana'i
Purpose and Intent: This bill submits the gubernatorial nomination of Bennadette Duman to the Island Burial Council for the Islands of Maui and Lana'i. The council is responsible for overseeing the preservation and protection of Native Hawaiian burial sites and cultural resources within the designated islands.
Key Provisions:
- Nominates Bennadette Duman to serve on the Island Burial Council
- Duman's term would expire on June 30, 2029
Affected Parties and Impacts: The nomination of Bennadette Duman to the Island Burial Council would impact the oversight and management of Native Hawaiian burial sites and cultural resources on the Islands of Maui and Lana'i. Duman's expertise and leadership on the council would help ensure the proper stewardship of these important cultural assets.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The nomination was confirmed by the state legislature, with 25 ayes and no noes or abstentions. Duman will now serve a term on the Island Burial Council expiring on June 30, 2029.