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HB 479

RELATING TO THE TIP CREDIT.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Daniel Holt and 7 co-sponsors

Hawaii bill addressing tip credit regulations for service workers; specific policy changes pending committee review and further legislative action in 2026.

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Bill Summary · HB 479

Legislative bill overview

HB 479 addresses Hawaii's tip credit system, which allows employers to pay tipped employees below the standard minimum wage if tips make up the difference. The bill's specific provisions are not detailed in the available materials, but it represents legislative action on how the state regulates wages for service industry workers who receive gratuities.

Why is this important

Hawaii's tip credit policy directly affects thousands of restaurant, hospitality, and service workers' take-home pay. Changes to tip credit rules can impact both worker earnings and business labor costs, making this a consequential policy area with economic implications for vulnerable worker populations and small businesses.

Potential points of contention

  • Whether to maintain, reduce, or eliminate the tip credit (which some argue depresses base wages while others say it supports business viability)
  • How changes might affect small businesses versus large corporations in the hospitality sector
  • Whether modifications adequately protect workers from volatile tip income and ensure wage floors meet living cost standards in Hawaii

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

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