STAND. COM. REP. NO. 2140

Honolulu, Hawaii

RE: GOV. MSG. NOS. 626, 627

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. 626 and 627, submitting for study and consideration the nomination of:

Elevator Mechanics Licensing Board

G.M. No. 626	ROBERT GREIG, for a term to expire 06-30-2019; and
G.M. No. 627	ROBERT GREIG, for a term to expire 06-30-2023,

begs leave to report as follows:

Your Committee reviewed the personal history, resume, and statement submitted by Robert Greig for service on the Elevator Mechanics Licensing Board.

Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination for the appointment and reappointment of Robert Greig from the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs; International Union of Elevator Constructors, Local Union No. 126, AFL-CIO; and two individuals.

Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Mr. Greig's background and desire to serve the community qualify him to be nominated for appointment and reappointment to the Elevator Mechanics Licensing Board as a licensee member. Your Committee notes that Mr. Greig has been a licensed elevator mechanic for ten years and currently works at KONE, Inc., a position he has held since 2012. Prior to that, Mr. Greig worked as a mechanic at Otis Elevator, where he serviced and maintained elevators and escalators at the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport. Mr. Greig is also the Vice President of the International Union of Elevator Constructors, Local 126 and an instructor at the National Elevator Industry Education Program, where he helps new apprentices learn the elevator trade. Mr. Greig is active in his community, including serving at church events that benefit the homeless. Your Committee further finds that Mr. Greig has a thorough understanding of the role and responsibilities of board members and is familiar with the issues and concerns facing his industry. Your Committee therefore recommends that Mr. Greig be appointed and reappointed to the Elevator Mechanics Licensing Board based on his background, knowledge, and desire to contribute to the community.

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

Respectfully submitted on behalf of the members of the Committee on Commerce, Consumer Protection, and Health,

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ROSALYN H. BAKER, Chair