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GM 578

Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the Policy Advisory Board for Elder Affairs, Gubernatorial Nominee, MARILYN SEELY, for a term to expire 06-30-2028.

2025 Regular Session

Marilyn Seely is confirmed to serve on Hawaii’s Policy Advisory Board for Elder Affairs through June 30, 2028.

Confirmed. Ayes, 23. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 2 (Senator(s) DeCorte, Ihara).
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Bill Summary · GM 578

GM 578 — Summary

Purpose and Scope

GM 578 is the Hawaii Senate’s measure submitting for consideration and confirmation the gubernatorial nomination of Marilyn Seely to the Policy Advisory Board for Elder Affairs. The nomination is for a term expiring June 30, 2028. The document reflects the formal gubernatorial appointment process required by Article V, Section 6 of the Hawaii State Constitution.

  • Nominee: Marilyn Seely
  • Board: Policy Advisory Board for Elder Affairs
  • Term: Expiration date June 30, 2028

Nominee and Board Context

  • Governor: Josh Green, M.D. (Executive Chambers) submitted the nomination.
  • The Policy Advisory Board for Elder Affairs provides guidance on state policy related to elder affairs. The bill’s action formalizes Marilyn Seely’s membership to advise on such policy matters for a four-year term (through 06/30/2028).

Legislative Process and Timeline

  • Introduced: January 23, 2025
  • Referred to: House and Senate Health and Human Services (HHS) committee on January 23, 2025
  • Public Hearing: Scheduled for February 24, 2025 (1:05 PM; Conference Room 225 and videoconference)
  • Committee Action: HHS recommended Advise and Consent (as of February 24, 2025)
    • Vote in HHS: 4 Aye; 0 No; 1 Excused
  • Reported to Full Senate: April 1, 2025 (Stand. Com. Rep. No. 1502) with recommendation to Advise and Consent
  • One-Day Notice: April 2, 2025
  • Final Confirmation: April 2, 2025
    • Senate Vote: Ayes 23; Noes 0; Excused 2 (Senators DeCorte and Ihara)
    • Reservations: None

Status

  • Confirmed by the Hawaii Senate: 23 voting in favor, 0 against, 2 excused
  • Current Status: Confirmed; the nominee may now serve on the Policy Advisory Board for Elder Affairs for a term ending June 30, 2028

Estimated Impact and Stakeholders

  • Impact: The appointment ensures continued governance input on elder-affairs policy in Hawaii, with Marilyn Seely joining the Policy Advisory Board for Elder Affairs to contribute expertise through 06/30/2028.
  • Affected Parties: Hawaii residents reliant on elder services and policy planning; state agencies involved in elder affairs; current and future board members and stakeholders engaged in elder policy.

Notes

  • This summary reflects the nomination and confirmation process, including Governor’s nomination (January 15, 2025 letter) and Senate actions through April 2, 2025.
  • No changes to statutes or funding are indicated in the provided material; the action is the confirmation of a board member.

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

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