STAND. COM. REP. NO. 4039

Honolulu, Hawaii

RE: GOV. MSG. NO. 813

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. 813, submitting for study and consideration the nomination of:

Motor Vehicle Industry Licensing Board

G.M. No. 813

JOHN CAUDELL JR., for a term to expire 06-30-2023,

begs leave to report as follows:

Your Committee reviewed the personal history, resume, and statement submitted by John Caudell Jr. for service on the Motor Vehicle Industry Licensing Board.

Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination for the appointment of John Caudell Jr. from the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs; Zia Automotive Repair; Mullinax Auto Sales, Inc.; McCloskey Motors, Inc.; NIADA; and The Car Shop.

Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Mr. Caudell's background and dedication to serving the public qualify him to be appointed to the Motor Vehicle Industry Licensing Board as a licensee member. Your Committee notes that Mr. Caudell has over forty years of experience in the automotive industry and has been licensed as a motor vehicle dealer and salesperson in Hawaii for over twenty-seven years. Mr. Caudell has been the dealer principal and co-owner of Pre-Owned Motor Cars in Kailua-Kona for the past twenty-five years. Your Committee further notes that Mr. Caudell has served on the Hawaii Independent Dealers Association for over sixteen years and currently serves as the Association's President. Mr. Caudell also serves as a board member and volunteer for Legacy of Life Hawai‘i, an organization dedicated to encouraging organ donation through community outreach and education. Your Committee finds that Mr. Caudell has a thorough understanding of the role and responsibilities of board members and his extensive experience in the motor vehicle industry will continue to enhance the effectiveness of the Motor Vehicle Industry Licensing Board. Your Committee therefore recommends that John Caudell Jr. be appointed to the Motor Vehicle Industry Licensing Board 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