STAND. COM. REP. NO. 4044

Honolulu, Hawaii

RE: GOV. MSG. NO. 707

Honorable Ronald D. Kouchi

President of the Senate

Thirty-First State Legislature

Regular Session of 2022

State of Hawaii

Sir:

Your Committee on Commerce and Consumer Protection, to which was referred Governor's Message No. 707, submitting for study and consideration the nomination of:

Hawai'i Board of Veterinary Medicine

G.M. No. 707

LISA WOOD, for a term to expire 06-30-2026,

begs leave to report as follows:

Your Committee reviewed the personal history, resume, and statement submitted by Lisa Wood for service on the Hawai‘i Board of Veterinary Medicine.

Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination for the appointment of Lisa Wood from the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs; Hawaii Cattlemen's Council, Inc.; Parker Ranch, Inc.; one member of the Hawai‘i County Council; and two individuals.

Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Dr. Wood's background and dedication to serving the public qualify her to be appointed to the Hawai‘i Board of Veterinary Medicine as a licensed veterinarian member from Hawai‘i County. Your Committee notes that Dr. Wood has practiced as a veterinarian and managing partner at Veterinary Associates, Inc. since 1990 in Kamuela, Hawai‘i. Dr. Wood regularly sees large and small animal patients in the Waimea and Hilo areas and provides quality, competent, and compassionate veterinary care to her community. Your Committee further finds that Dr. Wood has served as past-President and Chair for the Animal Health and Well-Being Committee at the Hawai‘i Cattlemen's Council and formerly served as a member of many other committees including the National Cattlemen's Beef Association, Hawaii Rangeland Stewardship Foundation, and many more. Dr. Wood has a thorough understanding of the role and responsibilities of board members and her extensive experience as a veterinarian will continue to enhance the effectiveness of the Hawai‘i Board of Veterinary Medicine. Your Committee therefore recommends that Lisa Wood be appointed to the Hawai‘i Board of Veterinary Medicine based on her 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