SSCR4043

STAND. COM. REP. NO. 4043

Honolulu, Hawaii

RE: GOV. MSG. NOS. 658, 769

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 Nos. 658 and 769, submitting for study and consideration the nominations of:

State Board of Public Accountancy

G.M. No. 658

CHRISTOPHER LEE,

for a term to expire 06-30-2026; and

G.M. No. 769

GARY MIYASHIRO,

for a term to expire 06-30-2026,

begs leave to report as follows:

Your Committee reviewed the personal histories, resumes, and statements submitted by Christopher Lee and Gary Miyashiro for service on the State Board of Public Accountancy.

CHRISTOPHER LEE

Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination for the reappointment of Christopher Lee from the State Board of Public Accountancy and one individual.

Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Mr. Lee's experience, knowledge, and proven leadership on the State Board of Public Accountancy qualify him for reappointment to the Board as a licensed member in active practice. Your Committee notes that Mr. Lee has been a licensed certified public accountant in Hawaii since 2003 and currently serves as a principal and managing member of the accounting firm ECA, LLP. Mr. Lee has extensive experience with accounting and auditing responsibilities at the supervisory level, including for clients in construction contracting and non-profit organizations. Your Committee further finds that Mr. Lee is an active participant in his community and in a number of professional organizations, including the Hawaii Society of Certified Public Accountants, American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, and Construction Financial Management Association, and also serves as the Treasurer for Aloha Festivals, Inc. Mr. Lee has served on the State Board of Public Accountancy since 2018 and his experience and knowledge will continue to be assets to the Board. Your Committee therefore recommends that Christopher Lee be reappointed to the State Board of Public Accountancy based on his background, knowledge, and commitment to public service.

GARY MIYASHIRO

Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination for the reappointment of Gary Miyashiro from the State Board of Public Accountancy; Edward Enterprises, Inc.; and one individual.

Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Mr. Miyashiro's knowledge, background, and proven leadership on the State Board of Public Accountancy qualify him for reappointment to the Board as a licensed member in active practice. Your Committee notes that Mr. Miyashiro has nearly thirty years of experience in accounting and has been licensed as a certified public accountant in Hawaii since 1994. Mr. Miyashiro has served as the President of MC Group Hawaii, Inc. since 2011, and previously worked in public and private accounting with both large and small firms, and also served as a financial executive. Your Committee further finds that Mr. Miyashiro is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, Hawaii Association of Public Accountants, Hawaii Society of Certified Public Accountants, and National Society of Accountants. Mr. Miyashiro has served on the State Board of Public Accountancy since 2016 and his experience and knowledge will continue to be assets to the Board. Your Committee therefore recommends that Gary Miyashiro be reappointed to the State Board of Public Accountancy based on his knowledge, background, and dedication to serving the public.

As affirmed by the records of votes of the members of your Committee on Commerce and Consumer Protection 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 and Consumer Protection,

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ROSALYN H. BAKER, Chair