HI HB815

Makes employer contributions to the employer-union health benefits trust fund non-negotiable items in collective bargaining agreements.

Sets employer contribution at 50% of the monthly cost of the health benefits plan for active employees, removing previous negotiable amounts.

Limits the trust fund to offering active employees only a medical benefits plan providing minimum benefits under Hawaii prepaid health care law, plus separate prescription drug, dental, and vision plans.

Takes effect July 1, 2011 and automatically repeals June 30, 2015; does not apply to collective bargaining contracts approved before the effective date.

Excludes health benefit contributions from matters subject to collective bargaining negotiation and arbitration by public sector unions.