Hawaii House Bill HR63

Hawaii 2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 3/6/24
• Refer: 3/8/24
• Report Pass: 3/28/24
• Refer: 3/28/24

Caption

Requesting The Auditor To Conduct A Sunrise Review Of The Potential Impacts Of Licensure And Regulation Of Certain Human Resources Management Personnel.

Impact

If implemented, the bill would lead to a systematic examination of the need for licensure amongst human resources personnel. The findings from the Auditor's review may lead to recommendations for legislation designed to establish licensing requirements and create a cohesive set of policies for handling complaints across state agencies. The potential establishment of licensure may improve the accountability and professionalism in the human resources field, which could impact how state departments manage their workforce.

Summary

House Resolution 63 requests the Auditor to conduct a sunrise review of the potential impacts regarding the licensure and regulation of human resources management personnel in the State of Hawaii. This resolution emerges from the growing need for regulatory frameworks to ensure that human resources professionals are qualified and adhere to professional standards, especially as state departments increasingly rely on human resource management services. Currently, there are no licensing requirements for individuals calling themselves human resources staff, which raises concerns about the quality and reliability of services provided to public employees.

Contention

The discussions surrounding HR63 underscore a tension between the need for professional standards in human resources management and concerns regarding the imposition of regulatory barriers. Some may argue that licensure could prevent qualified individuals from entering the field or complicate existing HR practices by introducing new requirements. Additionally, the bill hinges on the outcomes of the Auditor's review and subsequent recommendations, which may attract differing opinions on how best to balance regulation with the flexibility needed in human resource operations.