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Committee recommends confirmation of Kenneth Fukunaga to Ethics Commission
Summary
The committee recommended adoption of Resolution 25-104 after nominee Kenneth Fukunaga described his background in ethics education and prior commission service and received in-person support from a community member.
The Committee on International Legal Affairs recommended that Resolution 25-104, confirming Kenneth Fukunaga to the Honolulu Ethics Commission, be reported out for adoption after Fukunaga spoke about his experience and supporters testified in favor.
Fukunaga told the committee he was asked to apply for the position by a sitting ethics commissioner and that he has served on three state commissions — one appointed by the governor and two by the Legislature — and chaired each. He described teaching ethics courses to paralegals for about a decade, delivering seminars that included ethics sections for medical and psychological associations, and conducting conflict checks for his law firm.
Community supporter Angela Melody Young testified in strong support, praising Fukunaga’s experience and interest in representing seniors on commissions. Member Kiana thanked Fukunaga for appearing in person and said she expected him to serve well on the commission.
The chair recommended that Resolution 25-104 be reported out for adoption; no objections were recorded in the public transcript.
