Honorable Robert Bunda

President of the Senate

Twenty-Second State Legislature

Regular Session of 2003

State of Hawaii

Sir:

Your Committee on Commerce, Consumer Protection and Housing, to which was referred Governor's Message No. 402, submitting for study and consideration the nomination of:

begs leave to report as follows:

Based upon your Committee's evaluation of the testimony received from, and in support of, the nominee, your Committee finds that the nominee should be afforded an opportunity to serve the public.

Testimony in support of the nominee was received from Child and Family Service and PRL Restaurant Economics.

Roger M. Kondo, D.V.M., is a practicing veterinarian with The Honolulu Pet Clinic. He is a graduate of Iolani School, and received a B.S. degree from Ohio State University, an M.S. degree from the University of Hawaii, and a D.V.M. degree from Washington State University. He served on the Board of Veterinary Examiners in 1992, and is a member of the Hawaii Veterinarian Medical Association, American Veterinary Medical Association, and American Animal Hospital Association – Hospital Certified Director.

According to testimony, the nominee has expertise, compassion, and genuine interest in the welfare of Hawaii's animals. Protecting the health of the public is his primary concern.

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.