GM 515·HI·senate
Submitting for consideration and confirmation as the Chairperson of the Public Utilities Commission, Gubernatorial Nominee, JON ITOMURA, for a term to expire 06-30-2032.
In CommitteeFiled Jan 28, 2026
Sponsor: governor
Latest Action
Confirmed. Ayes, 24. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 0 (none). Excused, 1 (Senator(s) San Buenaventura).
May 8, 2026
Summary
The Hawaii Senate voted to confirm Governor’s nominee Jon Itomura as Chairperson of the Public Utilities Commission, with his term set to end on June 30, 2032. The confirmation passed 24‑0 with one senator excused. The appointment gives Itomura oversight of the state’s utility regulation for the next six years.
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