Bill > HB1533

This bill repeals scheduled increases to Hawaii's minimum wage and tip credit that were set to take effect on January 1, 2028, aiming to alleviate financial pressures on businesses and prevent further inflation, while acknowledging the state's high cost of living and the challenges faced by small businesses. Specifically, it removes the planned increase of the minimum wage to $18.00 per hour and the tip credit increase to $1.50 per hour, which were intended to provide workers with greater financial stability but are now seen by the legislature as potentially exacerbating economic difficulties for employers and contributing to rising costs for everyone.

Labor and Employment

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HB&billnumber=1533&year=2026