What's Being Discussed

The Hawaii Department of Labor and Industrial Relations (DLIR) is holding its fourth listening session with the Employer Engagement Committee. This is an open forum where employers can share their experiences, concerns, and feedback directly with the department. The full detailed agenda is attached to the official notice, but the core purpose of this session is to gather input from employers on workforce and labor-related issues in Hawaii.

• Employer feedback on labor and workforce topics
• Ongoing dialogue between the DLIR and the business community
• Topics from the attached agenda materials

Decisions Expected

This is a listening session, meaning the primary goal is to collect public and employer input rather than to make formal votes or binding decisions. No official votes or final actions are anticipated at this meeting. Information gathered may inform future policy or program decisions by the DLIR.

Who Should Pay Attention

• Employers and business owners in Hawaii who want to share feedback with the state labor department
• Human resources professionals and workforce managers
• Industry associations and chambers of commerce
• Anyone interested in how Hawaii's labor policies affect the business community

The meeting can be attended in person at 830 Punchbowl Street, Room 317, Honolulu, or virtually via Zoom. It takes place on August 4, 2026, at 10:00 AM.