HB161

Hawaii HB161 amends the grievance procedure for public employers and employees.

Hawaii HB161 amends Section 89-10.8 of the Hawaii Revised Statutes to revise the grievance procedure for public employers and employees. The bill mandates that public employers enter into written agreements with exclusive representatives, outlining a grievance procedure for disputes over the interpretation or application of written agreements. Notably, it allows any employee in an appropriate bargaining unit to grieve a suspension or discharge, regardless of their position. The final and binding decision for grievances related to performance requirements will be made by a performance judge.