SB1599

Hawaii SB1599 mandates the abolishment of vacant public employment positions after six years unless hiring is pending.

The bill requires the abolishment of public employment positions that have been vacant for six years, unless the hiring department or agency has certified that they are awaiting approval to hire. The Director of Human Resources Development must submit a report to the legislature detailing positions to be reclassified or abolished, including reasons and duration of vacancy. Positions vacant over five years must be abolished, with funds lapsing to the general fund.