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Senate confirms a slate of judicial nominees and other appointments; multiple confirmations by voice or unanimous roll calls
Summary
The Hawaii Senate confirmed several judicial nominees and other gubernatorial appointees, with most votes recorded as unanimous or near‑unanimous on the Senate floor.
The Senate confirmed multiple judicial nominees and other gubernatorial appointments during the floor session.
Highlights: - Karen T. Nakasone was confirmed to the Intermediate Court of Appeals as chief judge; the clerk recorded the vote as unanimous (25 ayes). Senator Rhodes introduced and praised her record on the bench. - Karen L. Holma was confirmed to the Circuit Court of the First Circuit (25 ayes). Senator Chang introduced her and noted her district court experience and private‑practice background. - Taryn R. Tomasa Gifford (professionally…
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