S.B. 789 Summary

• Establishes annual minimum wage increases from January 1, 2020 through January 1, 2024, with specific dollar amounts to be determined (bill text shows blank amounts).

• Creates a lower minimum wage tier for employees who receive health insurance coverage under an employer's prepaid health care plan pursuant to Hawaii law, with rates set for 2020-2024.

• Eliminates subminimum wage provisions that previously allowed individuals with disabilities, old age, or physical/mental impairments to be paid below minimum wage rates.

• Modifies the definition of "qualified community rehabilitation program" to align with the removal of disability-based wage exceptions.

• Effective date of January 1, 2050 (note: this appears to be a placeholder date pending legislative action).