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HB 165

RELATING TO THE HAWAII LABOR RELATIONS BOARD.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Jackson Sayama

HB 165 modifies Hawaii Labor Relations Board procedures; passed initial review but was deferred and carried to 2026, indicating unresolved concerns or low legislative priority.

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Bill Summary · HB 165

Legislative bill overview

HB 165 relates to the Hawaii Labor Relations Board, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the legislative record provided. The bill passed second reading with amendments (HD 1) and was referred to the Judiciary and Hawaiian Affairs committee, where it was deferred and subsequently carried over to the 2026 regular session.

Why is this important

The Hawaii Labor Relations Board oversees labor dispute resolution, union certification, and unfair labor practice complaints in the state. Legislation affecting this agency can impact labor-management relations, worker organizing rights, and dispute resolution procedures across Hawaii's workforce.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of transparency: The legislative record does not specify what amendments were made in HD 1 or what substantive changes HB 165 proposes, making it difficult to assess stakeholder concerns
  • Committee deferral: The JHA committee's decision to defer the measure suggests potential disagreement or need for further clarification before advancing
  • Delayed timeline: The carryover to 2026 indicates the bill did not gain sufficient momentum to advance in the 2025 session, suggesting either limited priority or unresolved concerns

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

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