Honorable Robert Bunda

President of the Senate

Twenty-Third State Legislature

Regular Session of 2006

State of Hawaii

Sir:

Your Committee on Commerce, Consumer Protection, and Housing, to which was referred Governor's Message No. 380, submitting for study and consideration the nomination of:

begs leave to report as follows:

Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination of RANDALL B.C. LAU from StarCom Builders, Inc.; Hidano Construction, Inc.; Building Industry Association-Hawaii; and Associated Builders and Contractors, Inc., Hawaii Chapter.

Mr. Lau is both a general contractor and an architect, bringing a unique perspective to the duties of the Contractors License Board. His extensive experience in the industry includes President, Designer Built Systems, Inc.; 2001 President, Building Industry Association-Hawaii; Director, Society of American Military Engineers; and Instructor in various training programs including the Carpenter Apprentice Training Program.

Your Committee finds that Mr. Lau meets the qualifications for service on the Contractors License Board as an active general contractor representing Oahu. Based on the testimony, Mr. Lau is a role model and mentor to others in the industry. He will bring a wealth of information, knowledge, and experience to the Contractors License Board.

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, 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.