SENATOR DENNIS G. RODRIGUEZ, JR.

May 13, 2013

Honorable Judith T. Won Pat, Ed.D. Speaker I Mina'Trentai Dos Na Liheslaturan Guahan 155 Hesler Place Hagatfia, Guam 96910

VIA: The Honorable Rory J. Resp~i~~~ Chairperson, Committee on ~yue~

RE: Committee Report The Executive Appointment of Ms. VirginiaYasuhiro as Member on the Council on Mental Health and Substance Abuse.

Dear Speaker Won Pat:

Transmitted herewith, for your consideration, is the Confirmation Report on the The Executive Appointment of Ms. Virginia Y asuhiro as a Member on the Council on Mental Health and Substance Abuse, as was referred to the Committee on Health & Human Services, Health Insurance Reform, Economic Development and Senior Citizens. Confirmation hearing was conducted on March 22, 2013.

Committee votes are as follows:

Senseramente,

_Q_ TO CONFIRM

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NOT TO CONFIRM ABSTAIN TO REPORT OUT ONLY TO PLACE IN INACTIVE FILE

rrv Senator Dennis G. Rodriguez, Jr. Chairman

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Chairman, Committee on I kalth & I luman Services, I lcalth Insurance Reform. l·'.conomic Development, & Senior Citizens Todu G1tav1 • I Mi11a' Tre11ta Dos Na Liheslat11ra11 G&iba11 • JJui G1tr1111 Le,gislat11re

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SENATOR DENNIS G. RODRIGUEZ, JR.

COMMITTEE REPORT ON

The Executive Appointment of Ms. Virginia Y asuhiro as a Member on the

Council on Mental Health and Substance Abuse.

Cluirman, Committee on l kalth & l Iuman Services, l lcalth Insurance Reform, Economic Lkvclopmcnt, & Scn.ior C1ti%rns TodN G11am • I A1i11a 1 Trwt11 Dos Na Lihesl11!111un G11rUJtJll • Guam

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SENATOR DENNIS G. RODRIGUEZ, JR.

May 13, 2013

MEMORANDUM

To: ALL MEMBERS Committee on Health & Human Services, Health Insurance Reform, Economic Development and Senior Citizens.

From: Senator Dennis G. Rodriguez, Jr. Committee Chairperson

Subject: Committee Report on The Executive Appointment of Ms. Virginia Yasuhiro as a Member on the Council on Mental Health and Substance Abuse.

Transmitted herewith, for your consideration, is the Committee Report on The Executive Appointment of Ms. Virginia Y asuhiro as a Member on the Council on Mental Health and Substance Abuse.

This report includes the following:

• Committee Voting Sheet • Committee Report Narrative/Digest • Copy of Appointment packet • Public Hearing Sign-in Sheet • Copies of Submitted Testimony and Supporting Documents • Copy ofCOR Referral • Notices of Public Hearing (I st and 2nd)

• Copy of the Public Hearing Agenda • Related News Articles (Public hearing publication of public notice)

Please take the appropriate action on the attached voting sheet. Your attention to this matter is greatly appreciated. Should you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Si Yu'osMa'ase'!

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Chairman, Commim:c on l lcalth & l Tuman Services, I I cal th Insurance Reform, Economic Development, & Senior Citizens Tod11 Guam • 1 Aiint1' Trmta Dos Na LihPs!at11m11 G11iihan • 32u1 G11am I~gislat11re

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SENATOR DENNIS G. RODRIGUEZ, JR.

COMMITTEE VOTING SHEET

On The Executive Appointment of Ms. Virginia Y asuhiro as a Member on the Council on Mental Health and Substance Abuse.

REPORT NOTTO ABSTAIN OUT

CONFIRl\f ONLY DENNIS G. RODRIGUEZ, Jr. , Chairman V. ANTHONY ADA Vice Chairman

I BENJAMIN J. F. CRUZ ' .. Yice-Speaker

TINA ROSE MUNA-BARNES Le islative Secreta

I VICENTE C. PANGELINAN

RORY J. RESPICIO

A. Y AMAS HIT A, Ph.D.

THOMAS MORRISON

I MICHAEL LIMTIACO

BRANT T. MCCREADIE ---4---f-

CHRISTOPHER M. DUENAS

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& Senior Citilcn,;

PLACE IN INACTIVE

:FILE

SENATOR DENNIS G. RODRIGUEZ, JR.

COMMITTEE REPORT DIGEST

I. OVERVIEW

The Committee on Health and Human Services, Health Insurance Reform, Economic Development and Senior Citizens convened a public hearing on Monday, May 6, 2013 at 9am in I Liheslatura's Public Hearing Room.

Among the items on the agenda was the consideration of the appointment of The Executive Appointment of Ms. Virginia Yasuhiro as a Member on the Council on Mental Health and Substance Abuse and whose appointment history is as follows:

• Appointed by Governor Edward J.B. Calvo on January 25, 2013. • Appointment packet forwarded to I Liheslatura on April 2013; • Appointment packet forwarded to this committee for public consideration on

April 26, 2013.

Public Notice Requirements Notices were disseminated via electronic-mail to all senators and all main media broadcasting outlets on Monday, April 29, 2013 (5-Day Notice), and again on \Vednesday, May 1, 2013 (48-Hour Notice).

Senators Present Senator Dennis G. Rodriguez, Jr. Senator V. Anthony Ada Senator vicente c. pangelinan Senator Tommy Morrison Senator Christopher M. Duenas

Chairperson Vice-Chairperson Member Member Member

11. SUMMARY OF TESTIMONY & DISCUSSION The public hearing was Called-to-Order at 9:03AM.

Chairman Rodriguez invited those who signed up to testify:

Chairman Rodriguez: Congratulations top your appointment. I had the pleasure in getting to know you during the SMVF Conforence in Washington DC and did us justice as our scribe throughout the conference. I extend my support to your nomination

Virginia Yasuhiro: (Please see written testimony) Chairman, Committee on l lcalth & I Inman Service~, I kalth ln:<urnncc Hcform, Ecnnom!C

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Senator Tony Ada: I just want to thank Ms. Yasuhiro in taking a stand by becoming a member of the Advisory Council. If there is anything the legislature can do, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Senator ben pangelinan: Congratulations and thank you for accepting the nomination for the Guam Behavioral and Wellness Center. I notice that you wanted to follow the lead that the Systems of Care has provided. I was just curious if they have empanelled the Systems of Care council as well?

Virginia Yasuhiro: I am a part of the Systems of Care Advisory Council.

Senator pangelinan: Do you have a full compliment there?

Virginia Yasuhiro: Yes, we do.

Senator pangelinan: if you don't, I was going to suggest to merge the Systems of Care Council and the Advisory Council so we can move forward along with the dedicated members of these Councils. What would you suggest or propose to take away the stigma? What would the Council do to increase the outreach program?

Virginia Yasuhiro: I know that the department has brought in training, such as Mental Health First Aid. That educates the public what mental health and mental illness. When I speak about mental health, I am not only talking about the illness, but also regular citizens who need care and someone to voice their concerns on family issues without any wrong door. I think that is what's important. We, in the Service Members, Veterans, and their Families group, have also looked into that. It is also important to have consumers speak out and openly.

Senator Duenas: as a Director in DY A, I really enjoyed your input and participation in the PEACE Council. I just want to congratulate you on your accomplishments and your advocacy and you will definitely serve this Council well.

Chairman Rodriguez: I know a lot of what you have discussed today is something we have discussed in the conference. Thank you very much for accepting the nomination and we will continue to get the Council in its full body. Ill. FINDINGS & RECOMMENDATIONS

The Committee on Health and Human Services, Health Insurance Refonn, Economic Development and Senior Citizens hereby reports on the Executive Appointment of Ms. Virginia Yasuhiro as a Member on the Council on Mental Health and Substance Abuse with the recommendation to

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EDDIE BAZA CAL\'O Gm c rnor

Honorable Judith T. Won Pat, Ed.0. Speaker l A1ina'trenfai Dos Na Liftesl11tura11 GwHum 155 Hesler Street Hag.1tfta, Guam 96910

Dear Speaker Won Pat:

APR 2 5 201J

RA\' TENORIO Lieutenant Govmtor

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By virtue of the authority vested in me pursuant to the Organic Act of Guam and the local laws applicable to the following position, I am pleased to transmit the following appointment and supporting documents for:

APPOfNTEE:

POSITION:

TERcM LENGTH:

Virginia Yasuhiro

Membt>r, Council on !Vft>ntal Health and Substance Abuse (AKA "The Advisory Council")

Thret> (3) years

The appointment is subject to the consent of I Uheslat1mm Gwlfum. Please schedule a hearing at your earliest convenience.

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EDDIE BAZA CALVO Governor

Ms. Virginia Yasuhiro P.O. Box 2151 Hagatna, Guam 96932

Dear Ms. Yasuhiro:

y RWTENORIO Lieutenant Governor

JAN 2 5 20\3

Thank you for your commitment to serve the people. of Guam. The Calvo Tenorio administration is facing unprecedented challenges, both near and long-term. The task ahead of us will require the collective efforts of the best minds who will have the courage to make tough decisions for the good of all our people. I hereby appoint you to serve in the Calvo Tenorio administration as:

Member, Council on Mental Health and Substance Abuse (AKA "The Advisory Council")

This appointment is subject to confim,ation by l Uheslal11ra11 GwUian and is effective upon your confirmation. Please contact the Office of the Governor at 472-8931-6 should you have any further questions regarding this appointment.

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OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR GUAM

Boards & Commissions Nomination Information

The follov.fog infonnation is requirc<l for submission to the Speaker of I liheslat11ran Gualum in accordance with Title 4, Guam Code Annotated Section 2103 .5:

Last Name Yasuhiro First Virginia M_L W. Date April 5, 2013

Address ApartmenVUnit #

City - State - ZIP -

Phone - E-mail Address vyasuhiro@vahoo.com or vyasuhiro@guamcourts.org

Position lo which Appointment Council on Mental Health and Substance Abuse is Made

Are you a citizen of the Umted States?

High School Notre Dame High School

From 1973 To 1976

College Mount Mary College

From 1978 To 1980

Rev. 02-2013

YES x NO

Did you graduate?

Did you graduate?

If no. are you authorized to work in the U.S.?

City/State Talofofo. Guam

YES , NO

YES x NO Degree High School Diploma

City/State Milwaukee, Wisconsin

YES x NO -_: Degree BA

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EDUCATION

Graduate School

From

Other

From

1980 To 1981

To

Did you

Did graduate?

EMPLOYMENl"HISTORY (1) Present Employer

Address

Previous Employer

Address

Address

(4) Previous

Address

(5) Previous

Address

of Guam

120 W. O'brien Or. Gu 96910

Department of Public Health and Social Services

PRIOR GOVERNMENT OF GUAM SERVICE

Address

Job Title From

Rev

YESx

YES

Position

Oates Held

Position

Dates Held

Position

Dates Held

Position

Dates Held

Position

Dates Held

Phone

NO MSW

NO

Client Services and Administrator; Senior Therapist

1983 to

Social Vvorker

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Agency Phone

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Institute/Seminars/On-the-Job Training: (Recent training)

National Symposium on Sex Offender Management and Accountability United States Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs

Training Institute Track 1 "What Works in Therapy and Drug and Alcohol Treament' " Improving the Outcomes of the Most Challenging Consumers"

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

Telemedicine Series on Sexually Abusive Youth- Tulane University School of Medicine

Guahan: Community Trauma. Family Therapy and Culturally Responsive Therapeutic Approaches-Dr. Janine Roberts and Dr Patricia T aimanglo

The Heart of Healing: A Workshop for Dealing with Secondary Stress Guam Sexual Assault and Abuse Resource Center

2012 Annual Conference of the National Council on Family Relations Families and Health, Phoenix, Arizona

Motivational Interviewing: Strategies for Eliciting Change in Clients

Service Members, Veterans and their Families Policy Academy Bethesda, Maryland

AWARDS List all educational, professional, civic awards. and recognition for public service

Rev. 02-2013

To

To

Date

April 21-23, 2009

Sept 17-19, 2009

April 15, 2011

July - September 2011

April 26 & 27, 2012

April 30, 2012

October 31 - November 3, 2012

February 13, 2013

April 15-17, 2013

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MERIT

Associa1ion of and Workers Member, l 993-2007-· Member. Pas.I Guam Pas! Vice-President Past lfotorian.

OUTSTANDING PARTICIPATION AWARD 1978.

American Universities and t,;O!!e'.:J!es. Mt Ma.ry 1980-1981 Mentorious

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SO, in detail

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Have you ever been declared "'"'"'"""' without the United States?

any whether within or YES

If so, please in detail the reasons and facts related to such declaration

Have you ever been found not reason of

or not by YESI

Have you ever been confmed to a mental institution for any reason? YES

in believes you that you are not from any mental

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NO x

NOx

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Statement of Financial Interests

TO: Governor Eddie Baza Calvo

FROM:

Ricardo J. Bordallo Governor' s Complex Adelup. Guam 96910

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x l have no financial interest in any business

O I do have interi:st(s) in the following busincss(es):

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Statement of Tax Liabilities

TO: Governor Eddie Baza Calvo

FROM:

Ricardo J. Bordallo Governor' s Complex Adelup, Guam 96910

x I have no delinquent or past due tax liabilities:

0 I do have delinquent or past due tax liabilities:

Name and address of business interest: Type and amount of interest

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Government of Guam GUAM POLICE DEPARTMENT

RECORDS & IDENTIFICATION SECTION P.O. Box 23909

Guam Main Facility, Guam 96921

April 24, 2013

SUBJECT: CRIMINAL HISTORY RECORD

NAI\.1E: Virginia W. YASUHIRO

ATE OF BIRTH: - FINGERPRINT#: 113-392

• he individual has no record of criminal conviction(s) in GPD fiJes that ar ubject to Guam law and rules and regulations of the Department.

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AS OF THE ABOVE D.4 7"E. THIS INFORMATION MAY BE U\,lffED TO A LOCAL CR1.\llNAL OFFENSE ONLY AND IS NOT INTt."l•ilJED FOR USE FOR ANY LOCAL. STATE. OR FEDERAL UW ENFORCE.MENTACENCY Tfl!S CLEA!l4NCE l>OES NOT REFU"CTARRESTrSj PENDING .4D.IUDIC4710N

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SUPERIOR COURT OF GUAl\t Guam Judicial Center • 120 West 0 ·Brien Drive • Hag~ti'\a, Guam 96910

RICHARD B. MARTINEZ Clerk of Courts

r-.:amc: VIRGINIA W. YASUHIRO

SS#: ID# GUAM DL#: Date of Birth:

Telephone (671) 475-3370 Fax (671) 477-1500

CERTIFICATE OF SEARCH

The undersigned Clerk hereby certifies the following results of a diligent search of the n:cords of this Court:

Criminal Cases: Ch·il Cases:

A. lv"l No Case Found. A. I I No Case Found

R I. Criminal Case No. B. I. Cb.ii Case No.

2. Criminal Case No. 2. Civil Casc No.

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4. Criminal Case No. .i. Civil Case No .

5. Criminal Case No. " Civil Case No.

Criminal Record: Page 1 of 1 Ch ii Record: Page of

Rl.'quest fix further infomrntion may be addressed al the Records Di\. ision of the Superior Court of Guam. Guam Judicial Center. 120 \\est O'Brien Drive. Hagalna. Guam. Hours of operation ;:ire !\fonday Friday. 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 run. Closed Saturday, Sumfay and lor:al!kdernl holidays. Court Clearances an: 'on· Rcfundabk.

Dated: April 24, 2013

T'w absence of an or 1g111af Court Seal

invalidates this don1ment

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CONFIRMATION HEARING: Monday, May 6, 2013, 9:00 a.m. Guam Legislature Public Hearing Room

The Executive Appointment of Ms. Virginia Yasuhiro to the Council of Mental Health and Substance (AKA "The Advisory Council)

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Testimony of Virginia W. Yasuhiro on the appointment to the Council on Mental Health and Substance Abuse

Buenas yan Hafa Adai Mr. Chairman and Members of the Committee on Health & Human Services,

Insurance Reform, Economic Development and Senior Citizens.

Thank you for the opportunity to provide testimony today, as you consider my confirmation as a

member of the Council on Mental Health and Substance Abuse. My name is Virginia Williams Yasuhiro.

I have a Masters in Social Work from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in 1981 and I am licensed

by the Guam Board of Allied Health to practice individual, marriage and family therapy (Guam license

#024). I have worked for the Government of Guam since 1982, first as a social worker with Child

Protective Services and then with the Judiciary from 1983 as an Assistant Family Counselor, a Senior

Therapist and currently as the Administrator for the Client Services and Family Counseling Division. I

have worked hand in hand with the Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse in a clinical

capacity with shared cases, and in a public policy capacity as I have served in numerous mental health

related councils/committees to include, the Mental Health Advisory Council from 1987-1993, past

member of the Technical Assistance and Advisory Committee of Project Karinu, current member of the

Guam Systems of Care Council, the PEACE Council, the Guam Service Members, Veterans and their

Families lnteragency Planning Team. I believe that my experience, not only as a clinician and

administrator, but also in my various roles in collaboration with the department and other agencies,

will be of benefit when I as a council member review the plans, programs and services of the

department. I think it is an exciting but critical time for the department. Although District Court has

returned control back to the management of the department, they continue to report back to District

Court on progress.

I applaud members of this legislature for passing Bill 73 to rename the Department of Mental Health

and Substance Abuse to the Guam Behavioral Health and Wellness Center. This alone is monumental

in helping to reduce the stigma that has long been held by many generations of our people with regard

to mental health treatment. This name change is not enough and must be coupled with a strong public

information and stigma reduction campaign to undue the "mentar stereotypes and negativity that is

so pervasive in our community. We need to foster a culture of acceptance of diversity and strength of

character in each individual's ability to recognize challenges, whether it be a mental illness or life

(challenge) and to seek help. There has been much emerging data that recognizes the importance of

peer provided outreach and interventions in helping other peers seek and participate in treatment and

services.

SAMHSA The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Servlces Administration, a branch of the U.S.

Department of Health and Human Services, developed a draft position paper describing a modern

addiction and mental health system ("Description of a Modern Addictions and Mental Health Service

COM~IITTEE ON RULES \ IA1itra'tre11tai Dos 11a Lilteslaturrm G111iha11 • The 32nd Guam Legislature 11S5 Hesler Place, Hagitna, Guam 96910 • u•ww.gu/ank.gi.JaLuruom E-mail: roryforguam@gm.iiLmm • Td: (671)472-7679 •Fax: (671)472-3547

Senator Rory J. Respicio

CHAIRPERSON

MAJORITY LEADER

Senator Thomas C. Ada

VICE CHAIRPERSON

ASSISTANT MAJORITY LEADER

Senator Vicente (Ben) C. Pangelinan

Member

Speaker Judith T.P. Won Pat, Ed.D.

Member

Senator Dennls G. Rodriguez, Jr.

Member

Vice-Speaker Benjamin J.F. Cruz

Member

Legislative Secretnry Tina Rose Mul'\a Barnes

Member

Senator Frank Bbs Aguon, Jr.

Member

Senator Michael F.Q. San Nicolas

Member

Sen Mor V. Anthonv Ada

\1ember MINORITY LEADER

Senator Aline Yamashita

Member

April 26, 2013

MEMORANDUM

To:

From:

Subject:

Rennae Meno Clerk of the Legislature

Senator Thomas C. Ada~ Acting Chairperson, Committee on Rules

Referral of Appointment

As Acting Chairperson of the Committee on Rules, I am forwarding my referral of the following appoinhnent:

Appointee: Ms. Virginia Yasuhiro Position: Member, Council on Mental Health and Substance Abuse

For a copy of Ms. Yasuhiro's appointment packet, please visit the Guam Legislature's website at www.guamlegislature.com. Under the "Reports" menu select the "Messages & Communications" option and refer to:

"Doc. 32GL-13-320: Governor's message transmitting the appointment of Ms.

Virginia Yasuhiro, to serve as a Member, Council on Mental Health and Substance Abuse."

Please ensure that the subject appointment is referred, in my name, to Senator Dennis G. Rodriguez, Jr., Chairperson of the Committee on Health & Human Services, Health Insurance Reform, Economic Development, and Senior Citizens .. I also request that the same be forwarded to all Senators of l Mina'trentai Dos na

Lihcslaturan Gudhan.

Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office at 472-7679.

Si Yu 'os mn'iise' !

4/26/2013 JZGL·13·320 Virginia Yasuhim

4/26/2013 2;47 l'M

Member

Council on Mental Health and

Substance Abuse (AKA "The Advisory Counc.il''j

I Mina'Trentai Dos Na Liheslaturan Guahan

1/25/2013 3 Years

Committee on Health & Human

Se:Nkes, Health Insurance Reform, Economic Development, and Senior Citizens

4/26/2013

FIRST NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING-May 6, 2013

Amanda Shelton <amanda@toduguam.com> To: phnotice@guamlegislature.org

MEMORANDUM

TO: ALL SENA TORS

FROM: Senator Dennis G. Rodriguez, Jr.

SUBJECT: FIRST NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING-May 6, 2013

Buenas yan Hafa Adai!

Mon, Apr 29, 2013 at 5:07 PM

The Committee on Health and Human Ser\1ces, Health Insurance Reform, Economic Dewlopment and Senior Citizens has scheduled public hearing for May 6, 2013 at 9:00 a.m. The items on the agenda are as follows:

9:00 a.m.

• The Executive Appointment of Ms. Virginia Yas uhiro as member, Council on Mental Heahh and Substance Abuse (AKA 'The Advisory Council).

• Bill No.98-32 (LS) D.LS) pment and Senior Citizens (AKA "ce Abuse.abated or rebated through the Qu~ing Certificate Program.ish to have added fG. Rodriguez:, Jr.-An act to mandate the establishment ofa Guamlmnunization Registry, and to provide forthe coordinated submission of other statistical data for compilation and reporting by the office of vital statistics, by adding a new §3210. l and amending §3218, all of article 2 of chapter 3, 10 GCA.

I look forward to your presence and participation.

Si Yu'os Ma'ase'!

Si Yu 'as lvfa 'ase', Amanda L. Shelton Chief Policy Analyst Office of Senator Rodriguez

649-8638 www.toduguam.com

SENATOR DENNIS G. RODRIGUEZ, JR.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 29, 2013

PRESS RELEASE FIRST NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Monday, May 6, 2013, 9:00 a.rn.

In accordance with the Open Government Law, Public Law 24-109, relative to notice for Public

Meetings. Please be advised that the Committee on Health & Human Services, Insurance Reform,

Economic Development and Senior Citizens will be conducting a Public Hearing Monday, Mav 6. 2013 at 9:00 a.rn. at I Liheslaturan Guahan 's Public Hearing Room in Hagatfia, on the following:

9:00 a.m. • The Executive Appointment of Ms. Virginia Yasuhiro as member, Council on Mental Health

and Substance Abuse (AKA "The Advisory Council). • Bill No.98-32 (LS) D.G. Rodriguez, Jr.-An act to mandate the establishment of a Guam

Immunization Registry, and to provide for the coordinated submission of other statistical data for compilation and reporting by the office of vital statistics, by adding a new §3210.1 and amending §3218, all of article 2 of chapter 3, 10 GCA.

Testimony should be addressed to Senator Dennis Rodriguez, Jr., Chairman, and may be submitted via­

hand delivery to our office at 176 Serenu Avenue Suite 107 Tamuning, Guam 96931 or our mailbox at the

Main Legislature Building at 155 Hesler Place, Hagatfia, Guam 96910, or via email to

senatordrodriguez@gmail.com.

We comply with Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals who require an

auxiliary aid or service (i.e. qualified sign language interpreters, documents in Braille, large print, etc.) for

effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program service,

or activity of Senator Dennis Rodriguez, Jr. should contact our office at 649-863 8 (TODU) as soon as

possible but no later than 48 hours before this scheduled event. We look forward to your attendance and

participation.

For further information, please contact the Office of Senator Dennis Rodriguez, Jr. at 649-8638 (TODU).

### Chairman, Committee on Health & Human Services, Health Insurance Reform, Economic Development, & Senior Citizens

Ujisinan Todu Guam • I A1ina' Trentai Dos Na Iiheslaturan Guahan • 32•d Guam Legislature 176 Serenu Avenue, Suite 107, Tamuning, Guam 96931 /Telephone: 671-649-TODU (8638) /Facsimile: 671-649-0520

E-mail: senatordrodriguez@gmail.com / www.toduguam.com

FIRST NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING-MAY 6, 2013

Amanda Shelton <amanda@toduguam.com> Mon, Apr 29, 2013 at 5:03 PM To: Clynt Ridgell <clynt@spbguam.com>, Duane George <dmgeorge@guampdn.com>, dtamondong@guampdn.com, editor@mvariety.com, gdumat-ol@guampdn.com, gerry@mvguam.com, Sabrina Salas Matanane <hottips@kuam.com>, john@kuam.com, Josh Tyquiengco <jtyquiengco@spbguam.com>, mpieper@guampdn.com, mvariety@pticom.com, news@spbguam.com, nick.delgado@kuam.com, parroyo@k57.com, ricknauta@hitradio100.com, Sabrina Salas Matanane <sabrina@kuam.com>, slimtiaco@guampdn.com, zita@mvguam.com, Amritha Alladi <aalladi@guampdn.com>, Ar.in Temkar <aktemkar@guampdn.com>, Cameron Miculka <cimiculka@guampdn.com>, "David V. Crisostomo" <dcrisostomo@guampdn.com>, "George, Duane M" <dmgeorge@guam.gannett.com>, gerry partido <gerrypartido.mvguam3@gmail.com>, James <officemanager@hitradio1DO.com>, Jason Salas <jason@kuam.com>, Jerick Sablan <jpsablan@guampdn.com>, Jesse Lujan <jesselujan27@yahoo.com>, "Jon A. Anderson" <editor@mvguam.com>, Joy <joy@mvguam.com>, Jr <news@lifenews.com>, Katrina <life@guampdn.com>, Ken Quintanilla <kenq@kuam.com>, Kevin Kerrigan <kevin@spbguam.com>, Kevin Kerrigan <news@k57.com>, Mar.ic Cagurangan <mar.ic@mvguam.com>, Mindy Aguon <mindy@kuam.com>, Oyaol Ngirairikl <odngirairikl@guampdn.com>, Pacific Daily News <news@guampdn.com>, "rgibson@k57.com" <rgibson@k57.com>, Travis Coffman <thebigshow@k57.com>, William Gibson <breakfastshowk57@gmail.com>, phnotice@guamlegislature.org

Hafa Adai,

Please see attach notice of public hearing scheduled for May 6, 2013. Please feel free to contact our office should you ha'v\9 any questions or concerns.

Si Yu 'os A1a 'ase', Amanda L. Shelton Chief Policy Analyst Office of Senator Rodriguez

649-8638 www.toduguam.com

May 6, 2013 Public Hearing Notice.pdf 237K

SECOND NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING-MAY 6, 2013

Amanda Shelton <amanda@toduguam.com> Wed, May 1, 2013 at 3:05 PM To: Clynt Ridgell <clynt@spbguam.com>, Duane George <dmgeorge@guampdn.com>, dtamondong@guampdn.com, editor@mvariety.com, gdumat-ol@guampdn.com, gerry@mvguam.com, Sabrina Salas Matanane <hottips@kuam.com>, john@kuam.com, Josh Tyquiengco <jtyquiengco@spbguam.com>, mpieper@guampdn.com, mvariety@pticom.com, news@spbguam.com, nick.delgado@kuam.com, parroyo@k57.com, ricknauta@hitradio100.com, Sabrina Salas Matanane <sabrina@kuam.com>, slimtiaco@guampdn.com, zita@mvguam.com, Amritha Alladi <aalladi@guampdn.com>, Ar\.1n Temkar <aktemkar@guampdn.com>, Cameron Miculka <cimiculka@guampdn.com>, "David V. Crisostomo" <dcrisostomo@guampdn.com>, "George, Duane M" <dmgeorge@guam.gannett.com>, gerry partido <gerrypartido.mvguam3@gmail.com>, James <officemanager@hitradio100.com>, Jason Salas <jason@kuam.com>, Jerick Sablan <jpsablan@guampdn.com>, Jesse Lujan <jesselujan27@yahoo.com>, "Jon A. Anderson" <editor@mvguam.com>, Joy <joy@mvguam.com>, Jr <news@Jifenews.com>, Katrina <life@guampdn.com>, Ken Quintanilla <kenq@kuam.com>, Kevin Kerrigan <ke'.An@spbguam.com>, Ke'.An Kerrigan <news@k57.com>, Mar\.1c Cagurangan <mar\.1c@mvguam.com>, Mindy Aguon <mindy@kuam.com>, Oyaol Ngirairikl <odngirairikl@guampdn.com>, Pacific Daily News <news@guampdn.com>, "rgibson@k57.com" <rgibson@k57.com>, Tra'.As Coffman <thebigshow@k57.com>, William Gibson <breakfastshowk57@gmail.com>, phnotice@guamlegislature.org

Hafa Adai,

Please see attached notice of public hearing scheduled for May 6, 2013. Please feel free to contact our office should you ha\e any questions or concerns. Thank you.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

May 1, 2013

PRESS RELEASE

SECOND NOTICE OF PUBLIC HE\RING

Monday, May 6, 2013, 9:00 a.m

In accordance with the Open G:ivernment law, Public law 24-109, relative to notice for Public Meetings. Please be advised that the Committee on Health & Human Services, Insurance Refonn, Economic Development and Senior Citizens will be

conducting a Public Hearing Monday, May 6, 2013 at 9:00 a.m at I Liheslaturan Guahan 's Public Hearing Room in Hagatfia, on the following:

9:00 a.m.

• The Executive Appointment of Ms. Virginia Yas uhiro as member, Council on Mental Health and Substance Abuse (AKA "The Advisory Council).

• Bill No.98-32 (LS) D.LS) pment and Senior Citizens (AKA "ce Abuse.abated or rebated

through the Qualifying Certificate Program.ish to have added tG. Rodrigue:z, Jr.-An act to mandate the establishment ofa Guamlnnnunization Registry, and to provide for the coordinated submission of other statistical data for compilation and reporting by the office of vital statistics, by adding a new §3210.1 and

amending § 3218, all of article 2 of chapter 3, IO GCA.

Testimony should be addressed to Senator Dennis Rodriguez, Jr., Chainnan, and may be submitted via- hand delivery to our office at 176 Serenu A venue Suite 107 Tamuning, Guam 96931 or our mailbox at the Main Legislature Building at 155 Hesler Place, Hagatfia, Guam 96910, or via email to

We comply with Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals who require an auxiliary aid or service (i.e. qualified sign language interpreters, documents in Braille, large print, etc.) for effective connnunication, or a

modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program service, or activity of Senator Dennis Rodriguez, Jr. should contact our office at 649-8638 (TODU) as soon as possible but no later than 48 hours before this scheduled event. We look forward to your attendance and participation.

For further information, please contact the Office of Senator Dennis Rodriguez, Jr. at 649-8638 (TODU).

Si Yu 'os Ma 'Ilse', Amanda L. Shelton Chief Policy Analyst Office of Senator Rodri!:,>Uez

649-8638 www.toduguam.com

###

May 6, 2013 Second Public Hearing Notice.pdf 232K

Amanda Shelton <amanda@toduguam.com> To: phnotice@guamlegislature.org

MEMORANDUM

TO: ALL SENATORS

FROM: Senator Dennis G. Rodriguez, Jr.

SUBJECT: SECOND NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING MAY 6, 2013

Buenas yan Hafa Adai!

Wed, May 1, 2013 at 3:08 PM

The Committee on Health and Human Services, Health Insurance Reform, Economic De\elopment and Senior Citizens has scheduled a Public Hearing for May 6, 2013 at 9:00 a.m. The items on the agenda are as follows:

9:00 a.m.

The Executive Appointment of Ms. Virginia Yasuhiro as member, Council on Mental Health and Substance Abuse (AKA 'Tue Advisory Council).

Bill No.98-32 (LS) D.G. Rodriguez, Jr. -An act to mandate the establishment of a Guam Immunization Registry, and to pro\iide for the coordinated submission of other statistical data for compilation and reporting by the office of \iital statistics, by adding a new §3210.1 and amending §3218, all of article 2 of chapter 3, 10 GCA.

I look forward to your presence and participation.

Si Yu 'os A1a Amanda L. Shelton Chief Policy Analyst Office of Senator Rodriguez

649-8638

SENATOR DENNIS G. RODRIGUEZ, JR.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 1, 2013

PRESS RELEASE SECOND NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Monday, May 6, 2013, 9:00 a.m.

In accordance with the Open Government Law, Public Law 24-109, relative to notice for Public

Meetings. Please be advised that the Committee on Health & Human Services, Insurance Reform,

Economic Development and Senior Citizens will be conducting a Public Hearing Monday, Mav 6, 2013 at 9:00 a.m. at I Liheslaturan Guahan 's Public Hearing Room in Hagatiia, on the following:

9:00 a.m. • The Executive Appointment of Ms. Virginia Yasuhiro as member, Council on Mental Health

and Substance Abuse (AKA "The Advisory Council). • Bill No.98-32 (LS) D.G. Rodriguez, Jr.-An act to mandate the establishment of a Guam

Immunization Registry, and to provide for the coordinated submission of other statistical data for compilation and reporting by the office of vital statistics, by adding a new §3210.1 and amending §3218, all of article 2 of chapter 3, 10 GCA.

Testimony should be addressed to Senator Dennis Rodriguez, Jr., Chairman, and may be submitted via­

hand delivery to our office at 176 Serenu Avenue Suite 107 Tamuning, Guam 96931 or our mailbox at the

Main Legislature Building at 155 Hesler Place, Hagatfia, Guam 96910, or via email to

senatordrodriguez@gmail.com.

We comply with Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals who require an

auxiliary aid or service (i.e. qualified sign language interpreters, documents in Braille, large print, etc.) for

effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program service,

or activity of Senator Dennis Rodriguez, Jr. should contact our office at 649-8638 (TODU) as soon as

possible but no later than 48 hours before this scheduled event. We look forward to your attendance and

participation.

For further information, please contact the Office of Senator Dennis Rodriguez, Jr. at 649-8638 (TODU).

### Chairman, Committee on Health & Human Services, Health Insurance Reform, Economic Development, & Senior Citizens

UfisiMn Todu Guam • I Afina' Trrmtai Dos Na Iiheslaturan Gu!ihan • Jl"d Guam u,gislature 176 Serenu Avenue, Suite 107, Tamuning, Guam 96931 / T e!ephone: 671-649-TODU (8638) / Facsimile: 671-649-0520

E-mail: senatordrodrigucz@gmaiLcorn / w\vw.toduguam.com

SENATOR DENNIS G. RODRIGUEZ, JR.

PUBLIC HEARING AGENDA Monday, May 6, 2013

9:00 a.tn Public Hearing Room, I Liheslat1mm G11ahan, Hagatna, Guam

L Call to Order

II. Announcements

III. Items for Public Consideration

9:00 a.m.

• The Executive Appointment of Ms. Virginia Yasuhiro as member, Council on Mental Health and Substance Abuse (AKA "The Advisory Council).

• Bill No.98-32 (LS) D.G. Rodriguez, Jr.-An act to mandate the establishment of a Guam Immunization Registry, and to provide for the coordinated submission of other statistical data for compilation and reporting by the office of vital statistics, by adding a new §3210.l and amending §3218, all of article 2 of chapter 3, 10 GCA

IV. Announcements

V. Adjournment

Chairman, Committee on Health & Human Health lnsuunce Reform, Economic Development, & Senior Citizens Tod11 Gwm • I Afi11a' Trmf,1 Dos Na LJhulat:mw G1iiiha11 • J].:d G11am Lgislattm:

176 Screnu ,\venue, Suite 107, Tamuning, Guam 96931 /Telephone: 671,649·TODU /Facsimile: 671 ·649·05'.'.0 E~mail: senatordrodrigucz@gmaiLcom / \vww.todugu,m1.com