Submitting for consideration and confirmation as the Chairperson of the Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority, Gubernatorial Nominee, JOHN KOMEIJI, for a term to expire 06-30-2029.
This bill proposes the confirmation of John Komeiji as the Chairperson of the Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority, a role that directly affects the governance and oversight of the Mauna Kea region in Hawaii. The key provision is the appointment of Komeiji for a term ending on June 30, 2029, following the Governor's submission of his nomination to the Senate for confirmation. The measure follows standard state constitutional procedures for appointing officials to oversee the Stewardship Authority, which manages land use and cultural considerations at the sacred site.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Mar 10, 2026
Last action May 8, 2026
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Committee
4
May 6, 2026
Upper · Passed
Reported from WLA (Stand. Com. Rep. No. 4010) with recommendation to Advise and Consent.
upper
May 4, 2026
Upper · Passed
The recommendation of the committee(s) on WLA is to ADVISE AND CONSENT to the nomination(s). The votes in WLA were as follows: 3 Aye(s): Senator(s) Lee, C., Lamosao, DeCorte; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 0 No(es): none; and 2 Excused: Senator(s) Inouye, Chang.
upper
May 1, 2026
Upper · Passed
The committee(s) on WLA has scheduled a public hearing on 05-04-26 2:00PM; CR 224 & Videoconference.
upper
Mar 10, 2026
Committee
Referred to WLA.
upper
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