SB711 requires gubernatorial appointees with certain salaries to obtain Senate confirmation.

SB711 amends Hawaii Revised Statutes to require Senate confirmation for gubernatorial appointees in the executive branch with salaries equal to or greater than the governor's or the head of their principal department. This applies to appointees in executive branch agencies attached to principal departments if their salary meets the criteria. The bill specifies that the governor must submit nominations for these appointees to the Senate by the 41st day of the 2026 regular session. Appointees must obtain Senate confirmation to continue serving after the 2026 session's adjournment.

SB711 requires gubernatorial appointees with certain salaries to obtain Senate confirmation.

SB711 amends Hawaii Revised Statutes to require Senate confirmation for gubernatorial appointees in the executive branch with salaries equal to or greater than the governor's or the head of their principal department. This applies to appointees in executive branch agencies attached to principal departments if their salary meets the criteria. The bill specifies that the governor must submit nominations for these appointees to the Senate by the 41st day of the 2026 regular session. Appointees must obtain Senate confirmation to continue serving after the 2026 session's adjournment.