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HI SB3155

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/28/2026

Primary Sponsor

Ronald Kouchi

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Interns who complete at least 480 hours of work experience through a state-funded internship or workforce development program become eligible for internal recruitment within the same state department or agency where they worked
  • Amends Chapter 76 of Hawaii Revised Statutes (civil service law) by adding a new section to Part I
  • Provides a pathway for interns to receive priority consideration for full-time state employment over external candidates
  • Takes effect upon approval by the Governor

Legislative Description

Relating To Workforce Development.

Workforce Development

Last Action

Referred to LBT/GVO, WAM.

2/2/2026

Committee Referrals

Labor and Technology2/2/2026

Full Bill Text

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