Bill > SB1471

This bill permanently exempts specific positions within the Department of Taxation from the state's civil service requirements, specifically the software developer supervisor and, newly added, the data privacy officer and tax business analysts in the Director's office. The bill modifies Section 76-16 of the Hawaii Revised Statutes, which lists positions that are not subject to standard civil service recruitment and hiring procedures. By adding these roles to the exemption list, the bill allows the Department of Taxation to hire and manage these positions with more flexibility, outside of the traditional civil service system. The change means these positions can be filled through alternative hiring methods, potentially allowing for faster recruitment, more targeted hiring, or the ability to offer different compensation or employment terms compared to standard civil service positions. The bill includes a standard effective date provision, indicating it will take effect immediately upon approval by the appropriate authorities.

Labor and Employment

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=1471&year=2026