HI HR143

Requests the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to evaluate methods for expanding remote employment opportunities for Hawaii residents working for out-of-state employers.

Directs the evaluation to clarify regulatory and tax compliance expectations for out-of-state employers hiring Hawaii remote workers, while maintaining worker protections and compliance with state labor and tax laws.

Asks the department to explore simplified employer onboarding processes and improved coordination among relevant state agencies for remote hiring.

Calls for policies prioritizing opportunities for long-term Hawaii residents to retain local talent, reduce outward migration, and diversify the state's tourism-dependent economy.

Requires a report with findings, recommendations, and proposed legislation to be submitted to the Legislature no later than twenty days prior to the 2027 Regular Session.