Honorable Robert Bunda

President of the Senate

Twenty-First State Legislature

Regular Session of 2002

State of Hawaii

Sir:

Your Committee on Commerce, Consumer Protection and Housing, to which was referred Governor's Message No. 171, submitting for study and consideration the nomination of:

begs leave to report as follows:

Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination from the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs and two individuals.

June S. Takeno is a retired registered nurse with over thirty years of nursing experience. She has been active as a volunteer with numerous community organizations, including the Boy Scouts of America, Hawaii United Okinawa Association, the Neighborhood Watch Program, public school tutorial programs, and senior programs. Ms. Takeno has served as an interim member of the Board of Acupuncture since December 28, 2001.

As affirmed by the record of votes of the members of your Committee on Commerce, Consumer Protection and Housing that is attached to this report, your Committee, after full consideration of the background, character, experience, and qualifications of the nominee, has found the nominee to be qualified for the position to which nominated and recommends that the Senate advise and consent to the nomination.