HI SB2391

Teachers in Hawaii who complete one year of satisfactory service would be entitled to annual salary step increases if negotiated into a collective bargaining agreement under section 89-9

Teachers who serve satisfactorily for three years at their maximum increment step would qualify for longevity step increases, also subject to collective bargaining negotiation

Applies to both public school and public charter school teachers who comply with applicable employment and certification requirements

All salary increases under collective bargaining agreements would require specific legislative appropriation to become effective and enforceable

Effective date of January 1, 2077; addresses teacher retention concerns noting 71% of teachers have left Hawaii within the last five years and cost-of-living-adjusted starting salaries rank lowest nationally at $24,409