Bill > SB2118

This bill modifies how the state recovers money owed by employees, known as indebtedness. Previously, the disbursing officer, the person responsible for paying employees, had to immediately start taking back any money owed, even if the employee was contesting the debt. This bill changes that by requiring the disbursing officer to first provide the employee with a written statement detailing the total amount owed and the planned deduction at least thirty days before any money is taken from their paycheck. Furthermore, the maximum amount that can be deducted from an employee's salary, wage, or compensation per pay period is limited to five percent of their gross income, unless the employee agrees to a higher deduction. The bill also allows for remaining debt to be offset by the current value of unused leave or compensatory time credits, provided it doesn't result in a refund of money already paid or require the state to pay out equivalent cash for that leave.

Justice, Labor and Employment

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=2118&year=2026