SSCR3487

STAND. COM. REP. NO. 3487

Honolulu, Hawaii

RE: GOV. MSG. NOS. 512, 513

Honorable Ronald D. Kouchi

President of the Senate

Thirtieth State Legislature

Regular Session of 2020

State of Hawaii

Sir:

Your Committee on Commerce, Consumer Protection, and Health, to which was referred Governor's Message Nos. 512 and 513, submitting for study and consideration the nominations of:

Board of Acupuncture

G.M. No. 512

DEBORAH MCMENEMY,

for a term to expire 06-30-2024; and

G.M. No. 513

JONI KROLL,

for a term to expire 06-30-2023,

begs leave to report as follows:

Your Committee reviewed the personal histories, resumes, and statements submitted by Deborah McMenemy and Joni Kroll for service on the Board of Acupuncture.

Deborah McMenemy

Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination for the reappointment of Deborah McMenemy from the Board of Acupuncture, Hawaii Acupuncture Association, and one individual.

Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Dr. McMenemy's background, experience, and proven leadership on the Board of Acupuncture qualify her for reappointment to the Board of Acupuncture as a licensed acupuncturist member. Your Committee notes that Dr. McMenemy has been a licensed acupuncturist in Hawaii since 2010 and is currently employed by Wailuku Community Acupuncture, where she is responsible for the care of more than one thousand patients and manages all the nonprofit aspects of the corporation. Prior to obtaining her Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, Dr. McMenemy ran a successful construction business for twenty-seven years as its Chief Financial Officer. Your Committee further notes that Dr. McMenemy is involved with a number of other professional organizations, including the People's Organization for Community Acupuncture, National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, and the Hawaii Acupuncture Association where she previously served as a Director. Your Committee further finds that Dr. McMenemy has served as a member of the Board of Acupuncture since 2018 and her knowledge and experience will continue to enhance the effectiveness of the Board. Your Committee therefore recommends that Dr. McMenemy be reappointed to the Board of Acupuncture based on her background, experience, and dedication to serving the community.

Joni Kroll

Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination for the reappointment of Joni Kroll from the Board of Acupuncture, Institute of Clinical Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, and two individuals.

Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Dr. Kroll's experience, knowledge, and proven leadership on the Board of Acupuncture qualify her for reappointment to the Board of Acupuncture as a licensed acupuncturist member. Your Committee notes that Dr. Kroll has been a licensed acupuncturist in Hawaii since 1989 and has been in private practice with Kailua Acupuncture Clinic, LLC for thirty-one years. Your Committee further notes that Dr. Kroll is engaged in her profession and serves on a number of other professional organizations, including Acupuncturists Without Borders, American Association of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, and as a legislative liaison for the Hawaii Acupuncture Association where she also previously served terms on the board of directors and as Secretary and President. Your Committee finds that Dr. Kroll has served on the Board of Acupuncture since 2016, currently serves as the Board's Vice Chair, and her experience and perspective as a licensed acupuncturist in private practice continues to enhance the effectiveness of the Board. Your Committee therefore recommends that Dr. Kroll be reappointed to the Board of Acupuncture based on her experience, knowledge, 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