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Introduced
01/21/2026
01/21/2026
In Committee
01/26/2026
01/26/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Beginning 1/1/2027, increases the tip credit amount to equal twenty-five per cent of the minimum wage. Requires the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations to annually calculate the adjusted tip credit amount.
AI Summary
This bill, effective January 1, 2027, will increase the tip credit, which is the amount an employer can deduct from an employee's minimum wage based on the tips they receive, to be equal to twenty-five percent of the minimum wage. The Department of Labor and Industrial Relations will be responsible for annually calculating this adjusted tip credit amount to ensure it remains at that percentage of the prevailing minimum wage. This change modifies existing law regarding minimum wages and tip credits for employees.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Referred to LBT, WAM. (on 01/26/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=2357&year=2026 |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/bills/SB2357_.HTM |
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