HI SB2468

Amends the definition of "qualified community rehabilitation program" in Hawaii's procurement code (Section 103D-1001, HRS) to remove the requirement for federal and state certification authorizing subminimum wage payment to workers with disabilities.

Eliminates the previous requirement that programs hold a current certificate from the U.S. Department of Labor under the Fair Labor Standards Act (29 U.S.C. § 214(c)) and state certification under HRS § 387-9.

Requires qualified community rehabilitation programs to maintain a disabled to non-disabled employee ratio of at least 3-to-1 during all direct labor work hours for contracted work.

Retains existing requirements that programs be nonprofit, organized under U.S. or Hawaii law, operate for persons with disabilities, not distribute net income to individuals, and comply with all occupational health and safety standards.

Takes effect January 1, 2050.