STAND. COM. REP. NO. 3553

Honolulu, Hawaii

RE:    GOV. MSG. NOS. 841, 842

Honorable Shan S. Tsutsui

President of the Senate

Twenty-Sixth State Legislature

Regular Session of 2012

State of Hawaii

Sir:

     Your Committee on Judiciary and Labor, to which was referred Governor's Message Nos. 841 and 842, submitting for study and consideration the nominations of: 

Board of Registration of the Islands of Maui, Moloka'i, Lana'i, and Kaho'olawe

G.M. No. 841	BRANDON STARR, for a term to expire 6-30-2016; and
G.M. No. 842	GENNARO ZARRO, JR., for a term to expire 6-30-2016,

begs leave to report as follows:

     Your Committee has reviewed the personal histories, resumes, and statements submitted by the nominees and finds Brandon Starr and Gennaro Zarro, Jr., to possess the requisite qualifications to be nominated to serve on the Board of Registration of the Islands of Maui, Moloka‘i, Lana‘i, and Kaho‘olawe.

BRANDON STARR

     Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination of Brandon Starr from the Office of Elections and one individual.

     Mr. Starr earned his Certificate and Associate's degree in Legal Studies and is currently pursuing his Bachelor of Science degree in Legal Studies from the National Paralegal College.  He currently serves as a Paralegal and Office Manager for the Law Offices of Ryther L. Barbin where his major responsibilities include interviewing clients; performing legal research; managing vendors, advertising, banking, and trust accounts; preparing legal documents; and preparing for and attending court hearings.  He is also the Co-Owner and Director of Operations for Maui Martial Arts, LLC.

     According to testimony submitted in support of the nominee, Mr. Starr is described as a diligent, bright, and detailed paralegal.  Testimony indicates that Mr. Starr is also aware of the political affairs occurring on the county, state, and national levels, has a firm understanding of government affairs, and is fair and considers all sides before making decisions.

GENNARO ZARRO, JR.

     Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination of Gennaro Zarro, Jr., from the Office of Elections.

     Mr. Zarro earned his Bachelor's degree in Economics from Rutgers University.  For the past fifteen years, he has served as the Board Chairperson of the South Maui Learning Ohana and Kihei Charter Schools.  In 2011, he became the Chief Executive Officer for South Maui Learning Ohana, Inc.

     Mr. Zarro is nominated for reappointment to the Board of Registration of the Islands of Maui, Moloka‘i, Lana‘i, and Kaho‘olawe and currently serves as the Board Chairperson.  He is a committed and hardworking member who understands his role and responsibilities and strives to achieve the Board's mission.

     Based on the testimony submitted, your Committee finds that Brandon Starr and Gennaro Zarro, Jr., are exceptionally qualified to serve on the Board of Registration of the Islands of Maui, Moloka‘i, Lana‘i, and Kaho‘olawe.  The nominees' backgrounds, knowledge, and skills will serve the Board and public well.

     As affirmed by the records of votes of the members of your Committee on Judiciary and Labor that are attached to this report, your Committee, after full consideration of the background, experience, and qualifications of the nominees, has found the nominees to be qualified for the positions to which nominated and recommends that the Senate advise and consent to the nominations.

Respectfully submitted on behalf of the members of the Committee on Judiciary and Labor,

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CLAYTON HEE, Chair