Applicants sought for Campaign Spending Commission

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HONOLULU — The Judicial Council is seeking applicants to fill two upcoming vacancies on the state Campaign Spending Commission. The terms will run from July 1, 2019, through June 30, 2023.

Members of the commission serve on a voluntary basis for a four-year term and may be reappointed for a second four-year term. Reasonable expenses incurred in the discharge of their duties, including travel expenses, shall be reimbursed.

In accordance with Hawaii Revised Statutes, the commissioners cannot participate in political campaigns or contribute to candidates or political committees during the term of office.

The five members of the state Campaign Spending Commission are responsible for maintaining the integrity and transparency of the campaign finance process by enforcing the law, educating the public, administering public financing, and training campaign committees in order to encourage compliance.

Interested persons should submit an application along with a resume and three letters of recommendation (attesting to the applicant’s character and integrity) postmarked by Feb. 28 to: Judicial Council, Hawaii Supreme Court, 417 S. King Street, Second Floor, Honolulu, Hawaii 96813-2902.

Applications are available on the state Judiciary website or by calling the Judicial Council at 539-4702.