Honorable Robert Bunda

President of the Senate

Twenty-Second State Legislature

Regular Session of 2003

State of Hawaii

Sir:

Your Committee on Transportation, Military Affairs, and Government Operations, to which was referred Governor's Message No. 412, submitting for study and consideration the nomination of:

begs leave to report as follows:

Your Committee received testimony in support of the nominee from the Department of Transportation (DOT).

Your Committee finds that the nominee has extensive experience as a Police Officer, which will be invaluable in helping the DOT deal with highway safety issues.

Your Committee further finds that the nominee is a Major with the Honolulu Police Department’s Traffic Division. Major Wauke has been with the Honolulu Police Department for twenty-three years. Major Wauke is a firm believer in educating both pedestrians and drivers alike in safety on our roadways so that we can put an end to the traffic-related tragedies that have occurred over time.

Your Committee further finds that Major Wauke is a graduate of Wayland University and the FBI Academy for Law Enforcement Officers and has received numerous commendations from various organizations, including Mothers Against Drunk Driving. Major Wauke was instrumental in the planning of the new training facilities for the Honolulu Police Department and is an active member of the American Society for Law Enforcement Training.

Your Committee concludes that Major Bryan Wauke would certainly be an asset to the Highway Safety Council.

As affirmed by the record of votes of the members of your Committee on Transportation, Military Affairs, and Government Operations 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.