Senate confirms Stephanie R. S. Char to Fifth Circuit Court

Feb 26, 2026

The Hawaii State Senate gave advise and consent to Governor’s Message No. 684, confirming Stephanie R. S. Char as a judge of the Fifth Circuit by a voice tally of 24 ayes; senators cited her prior service as a family court judge and public defender experience. Members greeted the judge and her family on the chamber floor following confirmation.

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The Hawaii State Senate confirmed Stephanie R. S. Char to serve as a judge of the Fifth Circuit after adopting the Judiciary Committee’s recommendation and recording 24 ayes by unanimous consent.

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