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GM 766

Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Land Use Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, MELVIN KAHELE, for a term to expire 06-30-2030.

2026 Regular Session

Melvin Kahele is nominated to serve on Hawaii's Land Use Commission with a term ending June 30, 2030, pending Senate confirmation.

Confirmed. Ayes, 24. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 1 (Senator(s) San Buenaventura).
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Bill Summary · GM 766

Overview

  • Bill: GM 766
  • Session: 2026
  • Jurisdiction: Hawaii
  • Topic: Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Land Use Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, MELVIN KAHELE, for a term to expire 06-30-2030

This is a gubernatorial nomination and confirmation proposal. The Governor of Hawaii has submitted Melvin Kahele as a nominee for a seat on the Hawaii Land Use Commission (LUC), with a term expiration date of June 30, 2030. The measure is advisory in nature in that it facilitates the Senate’s consideration and confirmation process for the nomination.

Purpose and Intent

  • To obtain Senate confirmation for Melvin Kahele to serve on the Hawaii Land Use Commission.
  • To appoint a commissioner for a fixed term ending June 30, 2030, facilitating the LUC’s ongoing governance of land use planning and regulation in the state.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • Nomination: Melvin Kahele is nominated by the Governor for a seat on the Hawaii Land Use Commission.
  • Term: The appointed term would expire on June 30, 2030.
  • Confirmation Process: The bill initiates or accompanies the gubernatorial nomination through the Senate’s consideration and confirmation process (advise and consent).

Note: The document provided is primarily the Governor’s transmittal letter and accompanying confirmation history. It does not enumerate additional statutory changes or substantive alterations to LUC authority, powers, or procedures beyond the standard confirmation pathway.

Who/What Is Affected

  • The Hawaii Land Use Commission (LUC) — a statewide agency with responsibilities related to land use planning, zoning, and regulation.
  • Melvin Kahele — the gubernatorial nominee, who would serve as a commissioner if confirmed.
  • The Hawaii State Senate — tasked with considering and confirming the gubernatorial nominee.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • March 16, 2026: Governor Josh Green submits the nomination to the Senate for consideration and confirmation.
  • April 20, 2026: Public hearing scheduled by the Senate (WLA committee) for 04-23-26 at 1:00 PM.
  • April 23, 2026: WLA committee reports favorably (ADVISE AND CONSENT) with vote details recorded.
    • Votes: 4 Aye, 0 No, 1 Excused (Chang); no reservations noted.
  • May 6, 2026: Reported to the full Senate with recommendation to Advise and Consent; One Day Notice issued.
  • May 8, 2026: Senate confirms the nomination.
    • Vote: 24 Aye, 0 No, 1 Excused (San Buenaventura); no reservations.

Practical Impact

  • If confirmed, Melvin Kahele will serve as a Land Use Commissioner on the LUC until June 30, 2030.
  • The confirmation process reflects standard constitutional procedure for gubernatorial nominees to key state boards and commissions.
  • The action supports ongoing land use governance in Hawaii, which influences zoning decisions, development oversight, and related regulatory matters across the state.

Note

  • The material provided focuses on the nomination and confirmation process and does not indicate any substantive amendments to the statutory framework governing the Land Use Commission.

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

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