Informing the Legislature that on June 28, 2024, the Governor signed the following bill into law: HB1529 HD2 SD2 (ACT 123).

This bill, signed into law as Act 123, addresses delays in appointing members to Hawaii's five island burial councils by allowing expired terms to continue until a successor is officially named. The legislation amends state statutes to permit current council members to serve as holdovers, ensuring these bodies maintain the necessary quorum to conduct business even during appointment gaps. While the bill does not alter the existing composition or selection criteria for council members, it specifically targets the administrative timeline for reappointments to prevent operational disruptions. The measure applies directly to the five island burial councils responsible for managing burial sites across the state's major islands.