HI SR131

Department of Labor and Industrial Relations requested to convene a Four-Day Work Week Task Force to evaluate implementation of four-day work weeks and flexible hours for state employees.

Task force to consist of seven members including the Labor Director (chair), Directors of Human Resources Development, Business/Economic Development/Tourism, and Health, plus representatives from University of Hawaii Economic Research Organization, Hawaii Government Employees Association (AFSCME Local 152), and United Public Workers (AFSCME Local 646).

Task force directed to review studies on four-day work week benefits, evaluate flexible work hour options, identify implementation barriers, and recommend procedures for adoption by the state.

Task force required to submit final report to Legislature by December 1, 2022, including findings, recommendations, proposed legislation, and funding requests.

Task force scheduled to dissolve on June 30, 2023.