Letter dated April 14, 2025, transmitting a proposed conference draft amending H.B. No. 1031, H.D. 1, S.D. 1 to fund the agreement concerning Collective Bargaining Unit 5.

2025 Regular Session

GM 11 secures $25.9M for Hawaii teachers' salary adjustments and benefits, ensuring funding for their collective bargaining agreement through FY 2027.

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Summary of GM 11: Proposed Conference Draft for Collective Bargaining Unit 5

Bill Information:
- Bill Number: GM 11
- Title: Letter dated April 14, 2025, transmitting a proposed conference draft amending H.B. No. 1031, H.D. 1, S.D. 1 to fund the agreement concerning Collective Bargaining Unit 5.
- Status: Received
- Introduced: April 15, 2025
- Classification: Proclamation
- Subject: GOV, H.B. No. 1031, Letter Transmitting Proposed Draft for CBU5

Purpose and Intent

The primary purpose of GM 11 is to secure funding for the collective bargaining agreement reached between the State of Hawaii and the Hawaii State Teachers Association (HSTA) concerning Collective Bargaining Unit 5, which represents teachers. This bill aims to appropriate necessary funds for the Employer-Union Trust Fund (EUTF) contributions as part of the negotiated agreement.

Key Provisions

Appropriations for Fiscal Years:

FY 2026: $7,779,584
FY 2027: $18,100,306
Total for Biennium (2025-2027): $25,879,890

Funding Source:

The appropriations will be sourced from the general funds and are intended for health premium payments related to the collective bargaining cost items.

Expenditure Guidelines:

Funds appropriated must be allotted by the director of finance to the appropriate state departments for expenditure in the respective fiscal years.
Any unspent or unencumbered funds by June 30, 2026, and June 30, 2027, will lapse.

Salary Adjustments:

Salary increases and cost adjustments for employees whose compensation is partially funded by federal or special funds will be proportionately covered by those respective funds.

Expenditure Ceiling:

The bill acknowledges that the state general fund expenditure ceiling for FY 2025-2026 has been exceeded and that the appropriations will further exceed this ceiling. Justifications for exceeding the ceiling are provided, emphasizing the necessity to serve public interests.

Impact

Affected Parties: The bill directly impacts members of Collective Bargaining Unit 5 (teachers) and their excluded counterparts, ensuring they receive the negotiated salary adjustments and benefits.

State Budget: The appropriations will affect the state budget, particularly the general fund, as it acknowledges the exceeding of the expenditure ceiling.

Procedural Aspects

Effective Date: The provisions of this bill will take effect on July 1, 2025.

Legislative Actions:

Filed and received on April 15, 2025.

This summary provides an overview of GM 11, highlighting its purpose, key provisions, and potential impacts on teachers and the state budget. The bill is crucial for ensuring that teachers receive the agreed-upon benefits and salary adjustments as part of their collective bargaining agreement.