Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Land Use Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, MYLES MIYASATO, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.

2026 Regular Session

Gives Myles Miyasato a term on the Hawaii Land Use Commission, pending Senate confirmation, to influence land use decisions through 06-30-2029.

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

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Bill Overview

Bill: GM 767

Session & Jurisdiction: Hawaii, 2026

Subject: Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Land Use Commission (LUC), gubernatorial nominee MYLES MIYASATO, for a term to expire 06-30-2029

Governor's Submission Date: March 16, 2026

Nominee: Myles Miyasato (Gubernatorial nominee for the Hawaii Land Use Commission)

Key Provisions and Changes

Nomination and Confirmation Process: The bill records a gubernatorial appointment process requiring the Hawaii Senate to advise and consent on the nomination, per Article IV, Section 6 of the Hawaii State Constitution.

Board/Commission Assignment: Appointee would join the Land Use Commission, a state body responsible for matters related to land use planning and zoning within Hawaii.

Term Length: The nomination specifies a term ending on June 30, 2029.

Who/What is Affected

Individual: Myles Miyasato (nominee) – potential commissioner on the Hawaii Land Use Commission.

Institution: Hawaii Land Use Commission – a statewide land planning and zoning regulatory body.

Legislative Body: Hawaii State Senate – responsible for confirming the nomination.

Public/Stakeholders: Hawaii residents and entities involved in land use planning, development, environmental review, and related governance, who are indirectly affected by the Commission’s decisions.

Procedural and Timeline Details

Introduction/Submission: A formal executive nomination transmitted by the Governor (dated March 16, 2026).

Committee Review: The nomination was referred to the Ways and Means/Legislative Affairs (WLA) committee (as indicated by the action history) for review, public hearing, and recommendation.

Public Hearing: Scheduled by WLA for April 23, 2026, at 1:00 PM (Conference Room 225 and videoconference).

Committee Recommendation: WLA recommended advising and consenting to the nomination (Stand. Com. Rep. No. 4007, dated April 23, 2026).

Senate Action: On May 8, 2026, the Senate confirmed the nomination with a vote of 24 ayes, 0 nays, 1 excused (Senator San Buenaventura).

Effective Status: Post-confirmation, the nominee would be sworn in and serve on the Land Use Commission until the expiration date of June 30, 2029.

Potential Impact

Policy and Regulation: If confirmed, Miyasato would participate in decisions on land use planning, regulatory actions, and rulings that affect development, zoning, environmental review, and related regulatory frameworks across Hawaii.

Administrative Balance: The appointment contributes to the composition and voting dynamics of the Land Use Commission, potentially influencing guidelines and interpretations of land use laws.

Public Participation: The process includes public hearing, ensuring transparency and opportunities for public input prior to confirmation.

Summary

GM 767 is a formal gubernatorial nomination for Hawaii Senate confirmation of Myles Miyasato to the Hawaii Land Use Commission, with a term ending June 30, 2029. The nomination underwent standard legislative review, with public input via hearings, and was confirmed by the Senate on May 8, 2026. If seated, Miyasato will participate in governing Hawaii’s land use decisions for the designated term.

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