Bill
GM 784
Terrence George is confirmed as Hawaii's WICHE representative on the governing board through June 30, 2028; no funding changes.
Purpose and Intent
- GM 784 submits for Senate consideration and confirmation the gubernatorial appointment of Terrence George to the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education (WICHE).
- Term: to expire June 30, 2028.
- Classification: proclamation. Subject: Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education.
Nominee and Role
- Nominee: Terrence George.
- Position: Hawaii’s representative on the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education, a regional nonprofit organization that coordinates higher education policy and programs across western states.
- Implications: Confirmation would authorize George to serve on WICHE’s governing body for the stated term, contributing to Hawaii’s participation in regional higher education decisions and collaborations.
Procedural History and Timeline
- Introduced: March 28, 2025.
- Referred to: Senate Committee on Higher Education (HRE) on March 28, 2025.
- Public Hearing: Scheduled for April 17, 2025 (public hearing notice circulated April 10, 2025).
- Committee Action: April 17, 2025 — HRE recommended Advise and Consent (votes: 5 Aye; 0 Noes; 0 Excused; no reservations).
- Reported: April 25, 2025 — HRE report with recommendation to Advise and Consent (Stand. Com. Rep. No. 2001).
- One-Day Notice: April 25, 2025 (notice for 04-30-25 actions).
- Final Action: April 30, 2025 — Senate confirmed the nomination: Ayes 25; Noes 0; Reservations none; Excused 0.
Impact and Implications
- Financial/Budget: No appropriation or fiscal provision is included in the proclamation; impact is primarily administrative and representative.
- Representation: Hawaii gains a delegate on WICHE, aligning state interests with regional higher education planning, policies, and program development through 2028.
- Oversight: The confirmation follows standard constitutional and legislative procedures for gubernatorial appointments, including committee review and Senate confirmation.
Notes
- The Governor’s letter (dated March 27, 2025) formally transmits Terrence George’s nomination for consideration and confirmation.
- The bill does not propose statutory changes or funding; it authorizes the appointment and term of the Hawaii member on WICHE.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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