Summary of GM 14: Proposed Conference Draft Amending H.B. No. 1028
Purpose and Intent
Bill GM 14 is a legislative proposal aimed at funding the collective bargaining agreement for Collective Bargaining Unit 2 (CBU2), which represents Blue Collar Supervisors in the State of Hawai'i. The bill seeks to appropriate necessary funds for the fiscal biennium 2025-2027 to cover salary adjustments and other cost items negotiated between the State and the Hawai'i Government Employees Association.
Key Provisions
The bill outlines several appropriations from various funding sources for the fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027, including:
Appropriations Breakdown
- General Funds:
- FY 2025-2026: $1,069,797
- FY 2026-2027: $2,350,494
- Special Funds:
- FY 2025-2026: $341,845
- FY 2026-2027: $751,349
- Federal Funds:
- FY 2025-2026: $15,363
- FY 2026-2027: $33,789
- Revolving Funds:
- FY 2025-2026: $24,683
- FY 2026-2027: $54,590
Additional Funding for Education
A portion of the appropriations is specifically allocated for the Department of Education:
- General Funds for Education:
- FY 2025-2026: $563,460
- FY 2026-2027: $1,237,258
Employer-Union Trust Fund Contributions
The bill also includes contributions to the Employer-Union Trust Fund:
- FY 2025-2026: $319,294
- FY 2026-2027: $690,671
Salary Adjustments for Excluded Employees
The bill provides for salary increases and cost adjustments for state officers and employees who are excluded from collective bargaining but belong to the same compensation plans as those in CBU2.
Affected Parties
The bill primarily affects:
- Members of Collective Bargaining Unit 2 (Blue Collar Supervisors)
- State employees who are excluded from collective bargaining
- The Department of Education and other state departments receiving appropriations
Procedural Aspects
- Introduced: April 25, 2025
- Status: Received and filed on the same day
- Effective Date: The provisions of the bill are set to take effect on July 1, 2025.
- Lapse of Funds: Any funds appropriated that are not expended or encumbered by June 30, 2026, and June 30, 2027, will lapse.
Conclusion
GM 14 is a crucial legislative measure that facilitates the funding of collective bargaining agreements for state employees in CBU2, ensuring that salary adjustments and related costs are appropriately allocated for the upcoming fiscal biennium. The bill reflects the State's commitment to fulfilling its obligations to public employees and maintaining fair compensation practices.