H.R. 17 Summary

• Recognizes James T. Funaki, Esq. for over 50 years of service to the Hawaii House of Representatives, from Third Reading Attorney during the Third Legislature to Special House Counsel for the Thirtieth Legislature.

• Acknowledges his representation of the House before the United States Supreme Court in Burns v. Richardson, which affirmed the constitutionality of Hawaii's earliest voter apportionment plan.

• Notes his distinguished legal career as a land use attorney, maintaining a Martindale-Hubbell AV peer rating (the highest professional excellence rating) while serving the House.

• Expresses appreciation for his wise counsel and kind, approachable demeanor that made him valued by House members and staff throughout his career.

• Bids farewell to Funaki as he retired on December 31, 2019, and extends best wishes for a happy and fulfilling retirement.