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GM 611

Submitting for consideration and confirmation to the State Council on Developmental Disabilities, Gubernatorial Nominee, EDEN WATABAYASHI, for a term to expire 06-30-2028.

2025 Regular Session

Eden Watabayashi was confirmed to serve on the Hawaii State Council on Developmental Disabilities through June 30, 2028, advising on policies and services.

Confirmed. Ayes, 24. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 1 (Senator(s) Fevella).
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Bill Summary · GM 611

GM 611 — Eden Watabayashi, State Council on Developmental Disabilities

A concise summary of the bill and its status, focusing on purpose, provisions, and impact.

Overview

  • Bill Type: Gubernatorial Message / Proclamation for nomination confirmation
  • Subject: State Council on Developmental Disabilities
  • Nominee: Eden Watabayashi
  • Term: Through June 30, 2028
  • Status: Confirmed by the Senate

Purpose and Intent

  • The Governor nominated Eden Watabayashi for a seat on the Hawaii State Council on Developmental Disabilities, a body that advises on policies and services for individuals with developmental disabilities.
  • The confirmation is required under the Hawaii Constitution (Article V, Section 6) for gubernatorial appointments to the Council.

Key Provisions

  • Nomination: Eden Watabayashi is nominated to the State Council on Developmental Disabilities.
  • Term of Office: The appointment would expire on June 30, 2028.
  • Confirmation: The nomination is subject to Senate confirmation.

Note: The provided material for GM 611 is primarily a ceremonial proclamation and confirmation record. It does not include substantive policy changes or new programmatic authorities; rather, it affirms the appointment of a member to an existing council.

Procedural History and Timeline

  • Introduced: January 23, 2025
  • Referred to: House/Committee on Health and Human Services (HHS)
  • Public Hearing: Scheduled March 24, 2025
  • Committee Action: March 24, 2025, HHS recommended Advise and Consent (4 Aye; 0 No; 1 Excused)
  • Senate Action:
    • April 11, 2025: Reported from HHS with recommendation to Advise and Consent; one-day notice issued for April 14, 2025
    • April 14, 2025: Senate confirmed Eden Watabayashi for the term ending June 30, 2028 (Ayes: 24; Noes: 0; Excused: 1 — Senator Fevella)

Affected Parties and Stakeholders

  • Nominee: Eden Watabayashi
  • State Council on Developmental Disabilities: Governance and policy advisory body
  • Individuals with developmental disabilities and their families in Hawaii
  • State agencies coordinating developmental disability services

Potential Impact

  • With Senate confirmation, Eden Watabayashi will serve on the State Council on Developmental Disabilities through mid-2028, contributing to policy discussions, advocacy, and guidance on services for people with developmental disabilities.
  • The appointment supports ongoing governance of the council and could influence priorities, recommendations, and advisories issued by the council in alignment with state goals for developmental disability services.

Next Steps

  • Official seat becomes active upon confirmation, subject to any further administrative processes.
  • The Council may continue its work on state policy, program administration, and interagency collaboration related to developmental disabilities.

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

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