HI HB196

Establishes the Port Worker Advisory Committee within the Department of Transportation to recommend policies that increase safety, improve worker and shipment scheduling, and enhance port operations and efficiency

Committee comprises seven members: the deputy director of transportation (harbors division), a harbors district manager, a union head representing port workers, and four port workers selected by the governor

Requires the committee to create an anonymous reporting process for port workers to report challenges and suggest improvements, with results published on the Department of Transportation website

Mandates the Department of Transportation's harbors division hold at least one public meeting per quarter to solicit input from port workers on port improvements and worker concerns

Committee members serve without compensation but receive reimbursement for necessary expenses including travel