STAND. COM. REP. NO. 3796

 

Honolulu, Hawaii

                  

 

RE:    GOV. MSG. NO. 817

 

 

 

Honorable Ronald D. Kouchi

President of the Senate

Thirtieth State Legislature

Regular Session of 2020

State of Hawaii

 

Sir:

 

     Your Committee on Agriculture and Environment, to which was referred Governor's Message No. 817, submitting for study and consideration the nominations of: 

 

Board of Agriculture

 

G.M. No. 817

VINCENT MINA,

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 Vincent Mina for service on the Board of Agriculture.

 

     Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination for the reappointment of Vincent Mina from the Department of Agriculture, University of Hawai‘i System, Hawaii Farm Bureau, Ka Ohana O Na Pua, Ponoholo Ranch Limited, and three individuals.

 

     Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Mr. Mina's background and experience qualify him for reappointment to the Board of Agriculture as a representative from Maui County.  Mr. Mina is the co-owner of Kahanu Aina Greens, an organic farm that has grown, harvested, and delivered vegetables across Maui since 1994.  He is also the founder and current President of Hawaii Farmers Union United, which has represented and advocated for family farmers and ranchers in Hawaii since 2012.  Your Committee further finds that Mr. Mina has served on the Board of Agriculture since 2018.  Your Committee therefore recommends that Mr. Mina be reappointed to the Board of Agriculture based on his background, knowledge, and demonstrated commitment to public service.

 

     As affirmed by the records of votes of the members of your Committee on Agriculture and Environment that are 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 Agriculture and Environment,

 

 

 

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MIKE GABBARD, Chair