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Senate confirms Dwight Takamine as chair of Hawaii Labor Relations Board
Summary
The Hawaii State Senate unanimously confirmed Dwight Takamine as chair of the Hawaii Labor Relations Board after committee recommendations citing his long career in labor policy and public service.
The Hawaii State Senate confirmed Dwight Takamine as chairperson of the Hawaii Labor Relations Board by a recorded vote of 25 ayes. The action followed a standing committee report recommending confirmation.
The Senate Committee on Labor and Technology reported that Takamine’s background and experience made him well qualified for the post. Committee remarks summarized Takamine’s career as a retired attorney who previously led the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations, served in the Legislature (including as chair of the House Committee on Finance and the Labor and Public Employment Committee), and worked in labor representation. Senator Kidani, Senator Richards and other members cited his long record of public service during floor remarks.
Senator Aquino introduced Takamine on the floor and asked guests to rise for recognition after confirmation; the Senate also named multiple board colleagues and family members present in the gallery. Supporters described Takamine’s experience with labor law, his history in public office, and his ties to the Big Island during floor remarks.
Takamine’s confirmation was handled on the Senate floor under the committee’s recommendation and resolved by the recorded ayes. The Senate recorded Dwight Takamine’s appointment as chair of the Hawaii Labor Relations Board and recognized his guests and former colleagues on the chamber floor.
The Senate did not attach additional conditions to the confirmation during floor action. Further administrative details and start date for his service were not specified on the floor.
