HI HB359

Requires corrections officers employed at state correctional facilities administered by the Department of Public Safety to work at least 40 hours per week to qualify for overtime compensation.

Applies only to collective bargaining agreements executed after the effective date of this Act.

Addresses overtime costs at state correctional facilities, citing $2.6 million in overtime costs at Oahu Community Correctional Center in fiscal year 2013 and $3.2 million in fiscal year 2012.

Takes effect upon approval, with the overtime compensation requirement applying to future collective bargaining agreements.