Extends the statute of limitations for filing discrimination complaints in Hawaii to one year.
The bill amends Hawaii state law to extend the time limit for filing complaints with the Hawaii civil rights commission from 180 days to one year. This change aims to provide individuals with a more reasonable timeframe to recognize, report, and seek redress for unlawful discrimination, aligning with the state's values of fairness, dignity, and inclusion. The new statute of limitations will apply to complaints filed after the date of the bill's approval.
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