Hawaii 2022 Regular Session

Hawaii House Bill HR65

Introduced
3/10/22  

Caption

Requesting State And County Agencies To Implement Employment First Principles In Hiring Practices And All Programs And Services Administered Or Funded By The State And Counties, Including Programs And Services That Help Persons With Disabilities Obtain Employment.

Impact

If implemented effectively, HR65 would enhance opportunities for people with disabilities, ensuring they can earn a livable wage while maintaining their benefits. By urging agencies to coordinate their hiring practices and programs, the resolution aims to create a more inclusive workforce that prioritizes employment for individuals with disabilities, marking a significant policy shift within the state's approach to disability employment.

Summary

House Resolution 65 (HR65) requests state and county agencies in Hawaii to adopt 'employment first' principles within their hiring practices and programs. This resolution underscores a shift towards providing jobs for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, promoting their inclusion in the general workforce as the preferred option. It reflects Hawaii's ongoing efforts to remove barriers to employment for these individuals and emphasizes the importance of competitive employment in integrated settings.

Contention

While HR65 advocates for the integration of individuals with disabilities into the workforce, it makes it clear that it does not mandate employers to prioritize hiring these individuals above all else. This aspect could raise discussions regarding the balance between promoting employment and ensuring equal opportunities for all prospective employees. The resolution emphasizes the collaborative effort required from various agencies to support this initiative, indicating that further attention may be needed to address the practical implementation of these principles across different employment sectors.

Companion Bills

HI HCR72

Same As Requesting State And County Agencies To Implement Employment First Principles In Hiring Practices And All Programs And Services Administered Or Funded By The State And Counties, Including Programs And Services That Help Persons With Disabilities Obtain Employment.

Previously Filed As

HI HR150

Requesting State And County Agencies To Notify Animal Welfare Organizations Of Deceased Cats And Dogs That Are Picked Up Along State And County Roadways.

HI SCR125

Requesting State And County Agencies To Notify Animal Welfare Organizations Of Deceased Cats And Dogs That Are Picked Up Along State And County Roadways.

HI SR107

Requesting State And County Agencies To Notify Animal Welfare Organizations Of Deceased Cats And Dogs That Are Picked Up Along State And County Roadways.

HI HCR171

Requesting State And County Agencies Responsible For Removing Deceased Dogs And Cats From Public Roadways To Check For, Scan, And Record The Microchip Of The Deceased Dog Or Cat, If Any, And Certain Other Information; And Timely Notify County Animal Services Or Animal Service Contractors Of The Deceased Dog Or Cat, Including The Recorded Information.

HI SCR177

Requesting The Department Of Budget And Finance To Work With The State Council On Developmental Disabilities To Enhance The Able Savings Program By Promoting It To All Individuals Who May Qualify.

HI SR153

Requesting The Department Of Budget And Finance To Work With The State Council On Developmental Disabilities To Enhance The Able Savings Program By Promoting It To All Individuals Who May Qualify.

HI SCR162

Requesting That State And County Departments And Agencies Meet Certain Guidelines Before Passing Any Ordinance Or Rule That Restricts Subsistence Fishing.

HI HR22

Urging The Governor And Pertinent State Agencies To Commit To Provide Culturally Appropriate Resources, Services, And Programs For Native Hawaiian Individuals And Families Experiencing Intellectual And Developmental Disabilities.

HI SCR200

Declaring That Bullying Is A Matter Of Statewide Concern; Requesting The Department Of Education To Update Its Rules And Policies To Address Bullying; And Requesting The Hawaii State Council On Developmental Disabilities To Convene A Task Force To Address The Bullying Of Disabled Children.

HI SR136

Requesting That State And County Departments And Agencies Meet Certain Guidelines Before Passing Any Ordinance Or Rule That Restricts Subsistence Fishing.

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