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SB 1358

RELATING TO PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT COST ITEMS.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Ron Kouchi

Hawaii SB 1358 modifies public employment cost provisions and advanced from committee to fiscal review, with final passage dependent on budget impact assessment.

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Bill Summary · SB 1358

Legislative bill overview

SB 1358 addresses public employment cost items in Hawaii, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the available action history. The bill has progressed through the Labor and Collective Bargaining Committee (LBT) with amendments and is currently pending in the Ways and Means Committee (WAM) after being carried over to the 2026 session.

Why this is important

Public employment cost items typically affect compensation, benefits, and working conditions for Hawaii's state and local government employees, potentially impacting both worker protections and state budget obligations. Changes in these areas have downstream effects on government operations, service delivery, and taxpayer costs.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of amendments: The bill was amended during committee review (SD 1), but without detailed language, it's unclear whether these changes satisfied all stakeholder concerns or represent compromises that may face criticism
  • Budget implications: Any adjustments to public employment costs carry fiscal consequences that must be reconciled with state budget constraints, potentially creating tension between worker advocacy and fiscal responsibility
  • Labor vs. management interests: Public employment policy inherently involves competing interests between employee unions seeking better terms and government entities seeking cost control

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

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