STAND. COM. REP. NO. 1816

Honolulu, Hawaii

RE: GOV. MSG. NO. 780

Honorable Ronald D. Kouchi

President of the Senate

Thirty-First State Legislature

Regular Session of 2021

State of Hawaii

Sir:

Your Committee on Commerce and Consumer Protection, to which was referred Governor's Message No. 780, submitting for study and consideration the nomination of:

Board of Electricians and Plumbers

G.M. No. 780

DAVID KAMAKEA III, for a term to expire 06-30-2025,

begs leave to report as follows:

Your Committee reviewed the personal history, resume, and statement submitted by David Kamakea III for service on the Board of Electricians and Plumbers.

Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination for the appointment of David Kamakea III from the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs; Plumbers and Fitters UA, Local 675; HSI Mechanical, Inc.; and Bergeman Group.

Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Mr. Kamakea's background and dedication to serving the public qualify him to be appointed to the Board of Electricians and Plumbers as a licensed plumber member. Your Committee notes that Mr. Kamakea has been licensed as a journeyman plumber since 1998 and a licensed contractor since 2018. Mr. Kamakea has nearly thirty years of experience in the plumbing and pipefitting industries and currently works as a plumbing and pipefitter superintendent for HSI Mechanical, Inc. Previously, Mr. Kamakea was a foreman for the power and industrial division of Hawaiian Dredging Construction Company, Inc. and served as an assistant training coordinator for the Plumbers and Fitters UA, Local 675. Your Committee finds that Mr. Kamakea has a thorough understanding of the role and responsibilities of board members and his extensive experience will enhance the effectiveness of the Board of Electricians and Plumbers. Your Committee therefore recommends that Mr. Kamakea be appointed to the Board of Electricians and Plumbers 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 and Consumer Protection 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 and Consumer Protection,

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ROSALYN H. BAKER, Chair