Hawaii 2023 Regular Session

Hawaii House Bill HB1012

Introduced

1/25/23

Refer

1/30/23

Report Pass

2/14/23

Refer

2/14/23

Report Pass

3/2/23

Engrossed

3/2/23

Refer

3/9/23

Report Pass

3/20/23

Refer

3/20/23

Report Pass

4/5/23

Caption

Relating To Public Employment Cost Items.

Impact

The bill has no specified general, special, federal, or other funds appropriated for the fiscal years in question. Given that it focuses on appropriations for collective bargaining without allocated funding, the implementation and financial impact on state laws could be minimal in the immediate term. However, the significance stems from guaranteeing statutory compliance regarding salary adjustments within the state's public employment framework. If passed, the bill would lay the groundwork for possible future funding allocations without interrupting existing employment agreements.

Summary

House Bill 1012 addresses public employment cost items, specifically focusing on appropriations for collective bargaining agreements negotiated with the representatives of collective bargaining unit (14). This bill outlines funding necessary for the fiscal biennium spanning 2023 to 2025 to cover salary adjustments and other related costs. The measure is intended to ensure that public employees under this unit receive the compensation adjustments they merit as part of their collective bargaining agreements with the state.

Sentiment

The overall sentiment surrounding HB 1012 appears neutral, as it primarily serves a technical function in state budgetary processes. There is no abundant public discourse or contentious debate reflected in the legislative history that indicates strong positioning on either side regarding the bill. It is largely seen as administrative in nature, being a procedural step to ensure funding aligns with negotiated agreements and maintains state employment policies.

Contention

While there are no significant points of contention noted in the discussions or voting history surrounding HB 1012 at this time—reflected by its passage through committees with unanimous support—there may be underlying concerns regarding the actual funding levels required to support the prescribed salary increases and cost adjustments. Critics might raise hypothetical issues over the feasibility of financing these employee compensations should the state budget face constraints, thus leading to questions about future impacts on public sector employment and budget management.

Latest HI HB1012 Activity

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Companion Bills

HI SB1310

Same As Relating To Public Employment Cost Items.

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