Hawaii SB997 mandates labor standards for large-scale renewable energy projects.

Hawaii SB997 introduces labor standards for large-scale renewable energy projects, including renewable energy generation, storage, or carbon sequestration facilities with a capacity of one megawatt or greater. The bill requires project constructors to submit attestations or declarations to the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism within 30 days of construction start. These documents must confirm compliance with federal and state wage and hour laws, workplace diversity policies, and other labor standards.

Hawaii SB997 mandates labor standards for large-scale renewable energy projects.

Hawaii SB997 introduces labor standards for large-scale renewable energy projects, including renewable energy generation, storage, or carbon sequestration facilities with a capacity of one megawatt or greater. The bill requires project constructors to submit attestations or declarations to the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism within 30 days of construction start. These documents must confirm compliance with federal and state wage and hour laws, workplace diversity policies, and other labor standards.