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. 299, submitting for study and consideration the nomination of:

begs leave to report as follows:

Upon review of the written statements submitted by the nominee, your Committee finds that Jacqueline K. Murai has the necessary character, experience, and qualifications to serve on the Board of Acupuncture.

Ms. Jacqueline K. Murai is a driver education assistant for the State Judiciary in Hilo. Ms. Murai has been active in her community as a member of the Lehua Jaycees and as co-leader of the Hilo Shamrocks 4-H club. In addition, Ms. Murai currently serves on the Defender Council.

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.