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HB 168

RELATING TO PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Jackson Sayama

Hawaii HB 168 addresses public employment matters; referred to Labor, Consumer Protection, and Finance committees; carried to 2026 session without passage in 2025.

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Bill Summary · HB 168

Legislative bill overview

HB 168 relates to public employment in Hawaii but has not yet advanced sufficiently through the legislative process to have detailed provisions publicly available. The bill was introduced in January 2025, passed first reading, and has been referred to the Labor (LAB), Consumer Protection & Commerce (CPC), and Finance (FIN) committees. It was carried over to the 2026 regular session, indicating it did not pass during the 2025 session.

Why is this important

Public employment bills can affect working conditions, compensation, benefits, hiring practices, or employment protections for Hawaii's state and county government employees—a significant workforce. The referral to multiple committees (particularly Labor and Finance) suggests the measure has fiscal and employment-related implications worth legislative scrutiny.

Potential points of contention

  • Without access to the bill's specific language, the exact nature of employment changes cannot be assessed, but public employee compensation reforms typically face debate between fiscal concerns and worker advocacy
  • Committee referrals suggest potential budgetary impacts that may require balancing against other state spending priorities
  • The bill's carryover to 2026 may indicate either substantial revisions needed or insufficient support in the 2025 session, warranting examination of legislative positions

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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