STAND. COM. REP. NO. 1562

 

Honolulu, Hawaii

                  

 

RE:    GOV. MSG. NO. 782

 

 

 

Honorable Donna Mercado Kim

President of the Senate

Twenty-Seventh State Legislature

Regular Session of 2013

State of Hawaii

 

Madam:

 

     Your Committee on Commerce and Consumer Protection, to which was referred Governor's Message No. 782, submitting for study and consideration the nomination of: 

 

Elevator Mechanics Licensing Board

 

G.M. No. 782

JAMES WILBURN, JR.,

for a term to expire 6-30-2017,

 

begs leave to report as follows:

 

     Your Committee has reviewed the personal history, resume, and statement submitted by the nominee and finds James Wilburn, Jr., to possess the requisite qualifications to be nominated to the Elevator Mechanics Licensing Board.

 

     Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination of James Wilburn, Jr., from the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs and International Union of Elevator Constructors, Local 126.

 

     Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Mr. Wilburn's background, experience, and commitment to his industry qualify him for appointment to the Elevator Mechanics Licensing Board as a licensee member.  Your Committee notes that Mr. Wilburn has been a licensed elevator mechanic in Hawaii since 2001 and is currently employed at ThyssenKrupp Elevator.  Mr. Wilburn previously served in the United States Air Force and the Hawaii Air National Guard and has worked on federal military bases for the past eight years.  Mr. Wilburn's service as a member of the International Union of Elevator Constructors, Local 126 Executive Board is valuable experience that will enhance the effectiveness of the Elevator Mechanics Licensing Board.  Your Committee further finds that Mr. Wilburn has a thorough understanding of the role and responsibilities of board members and recommends his appointment to the Elevator Mechanics Licensing Board based on his knowledge, experience, and dedication to ensuring public safety in his industry.

 

     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