Beyond the House: Daniel Holt Trades Legislative Seat for a Key Role at DLNR
Rep. Daniel Holt of Oʻahu has resigned from the Hawaii House of Representatives following his appointment to a position in the executive branch.
Punita Thakur 
Beyond the House: Daniel Holt Trades Legislative Seat for a Key Role at DLNR
Rep. Daniel Holt of Oʻahu has resigned from the Hawaii House of Representatives after being appointed to a position within the state’s executive branch.
Holt, who represented his Oʻahu district in the legislature, stepped down from his seat to assume new responsibilities in the executive arm of the government.
The move marks a transition from his role in lawmaking to an administrative leadership position. During his tenure in the House, Holt was involved in legislative initiatives impacting his district and the broader state.
His appointment to the executive branch is viewed as a continuation of his public service in a different capacity.
The resignation creates a vacancy in the Hawaii House of Representatives, with the process to fill the seat expected to proceed in accordance with state laws and party guidelines.
Holt’s transition reflects the fluid nature of public service roles within Hawaii’s government, as experienced lawmakers move into executive positions to support policy implementation and governance priorities.
