SSCR2113

STAND. COM. REP. NO. 2113

Honolulu, Hawaii

RE: GOV. MSG. NOS. 588, 589, 590

Honorable Ronald D. Kouchi

President of the Senate

Thirtieth State Legislature

Regular Session of 2019

State of Hawaii

Sir:

Your Committee on Commerce, Consumer Protection, and Health, to which was referred Governor's Message Nos. 588, 589, and 590, submitting for study and consideration the nominations of:

Hawai'i Board of Chiropractic

G.M. No. 588

RACHEL KLEIN,

for a term to expire 06-30-2023;

G.M. No. 589

ALICE OGAWA,

for a term to expire 06-30-2022; and

G.M. No. 590

GERALD SIMMONS,

for a term to expire 06-30-2022,

begs leave to report as follows:

Your Committee reviewed the personal histories, resumes, and statements submitted by Rachel Klein, Alice Ogawa, and Gerald Simmons for service on the Hawaii Board of Chiropractic.

RACHEL KLEIN

Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination for the appointment of Rachel Klein from the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, Hawaii State Chiropractic Association, and four individuals.

Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Dr. Klein's background, experience, and proven leadership qualify her for appointment to the Hawaii Board of Chiropractic as a chiropractor member. Your Committee notes that Dr. Klein has been a licensed chiropractor since 2012, has been licensed in Hawaii since 2014, and currently serves the Hilo, Hawaii community as the Medical Director for Klein Natural Health and Wellness Center. Dr. Klein is also a licensed naturopathic physician, board-certified chiropractic neurologist, certified massage therapist, and adjunct faculty for National University of Health Sciences. Dr. Klein is actively involved in her state and national professional organizations, including serving as the alternate island Director of the Hawaii State Chiropractic Association and Treasurer of the Hawaii Society of Naturopathic Physicians Board of Directors. Your Committee finds that Dr. Klein's experience will enhance the Board's effectiveness and therefore recommends that Dr. Klein be appointed to the Hawaii Board of Chiropractic based on her knowledge, experience, and desire to contribute to the community.

ALICE OGAWA

Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination for the appointment of Alice Ogawa from the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, Hawaii State Chiropractic Association, and three individuals.

Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Dr. Ogawa's experience, knowledge, and commitment to community service qualify her for appointment to the Hawaii Board of Chiropractic as a chiropractic member. Dr. Ogawa has been a licensed chiropractor in Hawaii since 1982 and joined Ogawa Chiropractic on Kauai in 1987, where she continues her practice today. Additionally, Dr. Ogawa has served as the Kauai representative for the Hawaii State Chiropractic Association for many years, a position that has enabled her to remain updated on current laws and issues related to chiropractic. Dr. Ogawa is also a licensed chiropractor in Denmark and is a professional member of the International Chiropractors Association. Your Committee further finds that Dr. Ogawa's extensive experience is a valuable asset to the Hawaii Board of Chiropractic and her longstanding presence on Kauai will bring a thoughtful neighbor island perspective to the Hawaii Board of Chiropractic. Your Committee therefore recommends that Dr. Ogawa be appointed to the Hawaii Board of Chiropractic based on her background, knowledge, and dedication to serving the community.

GERALD SIMMONS

Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination for the appointment of Gerald Simmons from the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, Hawaii State Chiropractic Association, and five individuals.

Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Mr. Simmons' experience, background, and interest in serving the community qualify him to be nominated for appointment to the Hawaii Board of Chiropractic as a public member. Your Committee notes that Mr. Simmons has nearly twenty years of experience in medical offices, including serving as an Integrative Health Care Office Coordinator and fourteen years as an Office Manager at Saito Chiropractic Office in Honolulu. Mr. Simmons' many years of working in chiropractic offices has given him first hand experience dealing with the public, the insurance industry, and the clinical side of the field of chiropractic, and will bring a valuable public member perspective to the Board. Your Committee further finds that Mr. Simmons has a thorough understanding of the role and responsibilities of board members and this practical, professional, and administrative knowledge will be an asset to the Hawaii Board of Chiropractic. Your Committee therefore recommends that Mr. Simmons be appointed to the Hawaii Board of Chiropractic based on his experience in the health care field and commitment to public service.

As affirmed by the records of votes of the members of your Committee on Commerce, Consumer Protection, and Health 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 Commerce, Consumer Protection, and Health,

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ROSALYN H. BAKER, Chair