HI HCR215

Director of Human Resources Development requested to develop and implement a comprehensive pre-tax public transportation benefit program that equalizes benefits for all state employees regardless of transportation mode.

Current state programs provide parking subsidies at approximately one-third of public rates ($30-$60 per month in Honolulu) with pre-tax payroll deductions, while public transit passes ($60/month on Oahu) receive no subsidy and alternative transportation modes (biking, walking, car-sharing) receive no benefits.

Program should extend pre-tax benefits and subsidies to public transportation, bicycling, walking, and car-sharing to encourage alternative transportation use and create equitable compensation across all state employees.

Director must submit a report to the Legislature no later than 20 days before the convening of the Regular Session of 2016 on progress toward implementing the program.

Director of Human Resources Development is to consult with the Department of Accounting and General Services as necessary in developing the program.