STAND. COM. REP. NO. 4041

Honolulu, Hawaii

RE: GOV. MSG. NO. 836

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

Contractors License Board

G.M. No. 836

JOHN POLISCHECK JR, 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 John Polischeck Jr. for service on the Contractors License Board.

Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination for the appointment of John Polischeck Jr. from the Contractors License Board; Mizobe Consulting Group, LLC; and Hawaii PV Coalition. Your Committee received testimony in opposition to the nomination for the appointment of John Polischeck Jr. from one individual.

Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Mr. Polischeck's background and dedication to serving the public qualify him to be appointed to the Contractors License Board as a licensed general engineering and general building contractor member. Your Committee notes that Mr. Polischeck has been in the construction industry for thirty-five years, has been licensed as a general engineering and general building contractor in Hawaii since 2000, and holds a number of specialty licenses and certificates. Mr. Polischeck is currently the Co-Owner, President, and Responsible Managing Employee of American Piping & Boiler Co. in Kapolei. Previously, Mr. Polischeck worked as a general superintendent, foreman, pipefitter, and welder for a number of energy and utility projects on Oahu. Your Committee further notes that Mr. Polischeck served two prior terms on the Contractors License Board from 2011 to 2019 and served for two years as Vice Chairperson and three years as Chairperson of the Board. Accordingly, your Committee finds that Mr. Polischeck has a thorough understanding of the role and responsibilities of board members and his extensive experience in the construction industry will continue to enhance the effectiveness of the Contractors License Board. Your Committee therefore recommends that John Polischeck Jr. be appointed to the Contractors License 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