STAND. COM. REP. NO. 3539

 

Honolulu, Hawaii

                  

 

RE:    GOV. MSG. NOS. 730, 731

 

 

 

Honorable Ronald D. Kouchi

President of the Senate

Thirtieth State Legislature

Regular Session of 2020

State of Hawaii

 

Sir:

 

     Your Committee on Commerce, Consumer Protection, and Health, to which was referred Governor's Message Nos. 730 and 731, submitting for study and consideration the nominations of: 

 

Hawai'i Advisory Commission on Drug Abuse and Controlled Substances

 

G.M. No. 730

GREG TJAPKES,

for a term to expire 06-30-2021; and

 

G.M. No. 731

KU'ULEIALOHAONALANI SALZER-VITALE,

for a term to expire 06-30-2022,

 

begs leave to report as follows:

 

     Your Committee reviewed the personal histories, resumes, and statements submitted by Greg Tjapkes and Kuuleialohaonālani Salzer-Vitale for service on the Hawaii Advisory Commission on Drug Abuse and Controlled Substances.

 

GREG TJAPKES

 

     Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination for the appointment of Greg Tjapkes from the Department of Health, Hawaii Substance Abuse Coalition, Hawaii Health and Harm Reduction Center, Matson, and two individuals.

 

     Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Mr. Tjapkes' background, experience, and dedication to serving the public qualify him to be appointed to the Hawaii Advisory Commission on Drug Abuse and Controlled Substances as a member representing the community and business affairs.  Your Committee notes that Mr. Tjapkes has extensive experience working with disadvantaged communities and addressing difficult social issues.  Mr. Tjapkes is currently the Executive Director of the Coalition for a Drug-Free Hawaii and volunteers with a number of organizations, including the Hawaii Partnership to Prevent Underage Drinking Advisory Board, Hawaii State Opioid Initiative Prevention Workgroup, and the Hawaii Youth Services Network.  Your Committee finds that Mr. Tjapkes has a thorough understanding of the role and responsibilities of board members and his extensive experience in the field of substance abuse prevention will continue to enhance the effectiveness of the Hawaii Advisory Commission on Drug Abuse and Controlled Substances.  Your Committee therefore recommends that Mr. Tjapkes be appointed to the Hawaii Advisory Commission on Drug Abuse and Controlled Substances based on his knowledge, background, and dedication to public service.

 

KUULEIALOHAONĀLANI SALZER-VITALE

 

     Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination for the appointment of Kuuleialohaonālani Salzer-Vitale from the Department of Health and two individuals.

 

     Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Ms. Salzer-Vitale's background and dedication to serving the public qualify her to be appointed to the Hawaii Advisory Commission on Drug Abuse and Controlled Substances as a member who represents the youth action segment of the community.   Your Committee notes that Ms. Salzer-Vitale is the Faculty Specialist and Alcohol and Other Drug Education Program Coordinator with the University of Hawaii at Manoa.  Ms. Salzer-Vitale is also a certified Alcohol and Drug Prevention Prime for Life Trainer and certified Suicide Prevention Safe Talk Trainer and has over six years of experience as an alcohol and drug education counselor.  Your Committee finds that Ms. Salzer-Vitale has a thorough understanding of the role and responsibilities of board members and her extensive experience in the field of substance abuse prevention and counseling will enhance the effectiveness of the Hawaii Advisory Commission on Drug Abuse and Controlled Substances.  Your Committee therefore recommends that Ms. Salzer-Vitale be appointed to the Hawaii Advisory Commission on Drug Abuse and Controlled Substances based on her knowledge, background, and dedication to public service.

 

     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