STAND. COM. REP. NO. 3627

 

Honolulu, Hawaii

                  

 

RE:    GOV. MSG. NOS. 770, 771

 

 

 

Honorable Ronald D. Kouchi

President of the Senate

Twenty-Eighth State Legislature

Regular Session of 2016

State of Hawaii

 

Sir:

 

     Your Committee on Commerce, Consumer Protection, and Health, to which was referred Governor's Message Nos. 770 and 771, submitting for study and consideration the nominations of: 

 

Board Of Pharmacy

 

G.M. No. 770

JULIE TAKISHIMA-LACASA,

for a term to expire 06-30-2018; and

 

G.M. No. 771

RONALD WEINBERG,

for a term to expire 06-30-2019,

 

begs leave to report as follows:

 

     Your Committee has reviewed the personal histories, resumes, and statements submitted by the nominees and finds Julie Takishima-Lacasa and Ronald Weinberg to possess the requisite qualifications to be nominated for appointment to the Board of Pharmacy.

 

JULIE TAKISHIMA-LACASA

 

     Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination for the appointment of Julie Takishima-Lacasa from the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs and three individuals.

 

     Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Dr. Takishima-Lacasa's background, experience, and commitment to public service qualify her to be nominated for appointment to the Board of Pharmacy as a public member.  Your Committee notes that Dr. Takishima-Lacasa is a clinical psychologist in a fully integrated primary care setting in Waimanalo, where she works collaboratively with health service providers from many disciplines, including pharmacists, physicians, nurses, and community outreach workers.  Dr. Takishima-Lacasa has spent the last decade working in federally-qualified community health centers, primary care clinics, and school settings in rural communities on Hawaii island, Lanai, and Oahu, which will bring a unique perspective to the Board of Pharmacy.  Your Committee further finds that Dr. Takishima-Lacasa has served on multiple community boards, holds various leadership positions in her professional organizations, and has a thorough understanding of the role and responsibilities of board members.  Your Committee therefore recommends Dr. Takishima-Lacasa be appointed to the Board of Pharmacy based on her knowledge, experience, and dedication to serving the community.

 

RONALD WEINBERG

 

     Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination for the appointment of Ronald Weinberg from the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs and one individual.

 

     Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Mr. Weinberg's background, experience, and dedication to public service qualify him to be nominated for appointment to the Board of Pharmacy as a public member.  Your Committee notes that Mr. Weinberg has an extensive background in the science field, where he first pursued his Master's degree in Zoology and Physiology at the age of nineteen.  Mr. Weinberg later became a radiation scientist and worked at Oak Ridge Radiation and medical facilities for nearly thirty-five years and his science, radiopharmaceuticals, and communications background will bring a valuable perspective to Board of Pharmacy.  Your Committee further finds that Mr. Weinberg also has leadership experience by virtue of his prior service on the Kailua Neighborhood Board and the Pest Control Board and has a thorough understanding of the role and responsibilities of board members.  Your Committee therefore recommends that Mr. Weinberg be appointed to the Board of Pharmacy based on his knowledge, experience, and commitment to serving the community.

 

     As affirmed by the records of votes of the members of your Committee on Commerce, Consumer Protection, and Health that are attached to this report, your Committee, after full consideration of the background, experience, and qualifications of the nominees, has found the nominees to be qualified for the positions to which nominated and recommends that the Senate advise and consent to the nominations.

 

Respectfully submitted on behalf of the members of the Committee on Commerce, Consumer Protection, and Health,

 

 

 

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ROSALYN H. BAKER, Chair