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HI HR130
Resolution
Status
3/10/2023
Primary Sponsor
John Mizuno
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AI Summary
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Requests the Hawaii Civil Rights Commission and Executive Office on Aging to jointly study age discrimination in hiring of applicants over age 60.
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Directs study to examine discriminatory practices and barriers preventing older workers from reentering Hawaii's workforce.
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Requires recommendations on mitigation measures to eliminate age discrimination and reduce hiring barriers for individuals over age 60.
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Mandates submission of findings, recommendations, and any proposed legislation to the Legislature no later than 20 days before the 2024 Regular Session convenes.
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Cites federal Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, Federal Reserve research showing lower callback rates for older applicants, and Connecticut's 2021 legislation restricting age-related information on job applications.
Legislative Description
Requesting The Hawaii Civil Rights Commission And Executive Office On Aging To Study The Prevalence Of Age Discrimination In Hiring Applicants Over The Age Of Sixty.
Employment
Last Action
Referred to LGO, JHA, referral sheet 20
3/15/2023