STAND. COM. REP. NO. 3528

Honolulu, Hawaii

RE: GOV. MSG. NO. 682

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 No. 682, submitting for study and consideration the nomination of:

Board of Private Detectives and Guards

G.M. No. 682

EDWARD CHU JR., for a term to expire 06-30-2024,

begs leave to report as follows:

Your Committee reviewed the personal history, resume, and statement submitted by Edward Chu, Jr. for service on the Board of Private Detectives and Guards.

Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination for the appointment of Edward Chu, Jr. from the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs and three individuals.

Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Mr. Chu's background and dedication to serving the public qualify him to be appointed to the Board of Private Detectives and Guards as a private citizen member. Your Committee notes that Mr. Chu has been a property and casualty insurance agent since 2009. Previously, Mr. Chu was a stevedore superintendent and account executive at Matson Navigation Company and a sales manager at Pacific American Lumber. He also earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace Studies. Your Committee finds that Edward Chu, Jr. has a diverse educational and professional background and testimony from the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs indicated that this diversity will help provide meaningful perspective to the Board of Private Detectives and Guards. Testimony further indicated that his understanding of the role and responsibilities of board members and his community service experience will enhance the Board's effectiveness. Your Committee therefore recommends that Edward Chu, Jr. be appointed to the Board of Private Detectives and Guards based on his knowledge, background, and dedication to public service.

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