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GM 1139 Hawaii Senate · 2025 Regular Session

Informing the Legislature that on May 13, 2025, the Governor signed the following bill into law: HB1038 HD1 SD1 CD1 (ACT 039).

HB1038 allocates specific funding from general, federal, and other sources to cover collective bargaining costs and salary adjustments for state employees during the 2025-2027 budget period. The bill provides approximately $43 million for 2025-2026 and $86 million for 2026-2027, with the Department of Education receiving the largest share. This funding supports state employees covered by union contracts and those in similar pay grades not covered by collective bargaining. The appropriations are detailed by funding source (e.g., general funds, federal funds) and department, ensuring targeted distribution to state agencies.
Issues: ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $43M-$86M for state employee salaries and collective bargaining costs, increasing public sector funding per budget appropriations.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAllocates $43M-$86M to Department of Education for teacher salaries and collective bargaining costs, directly funding educator compensation within education budget.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill allocates $43M/$86M for collective bargaining costs and salary adjustments for state employees covered by unions, directly funding worker representation and compensation.95% confidence
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May 2025
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Introduced May 13, 2025 Last action May 13, 2025
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