What's Being Discussed

Approving past meeting minutes from three previous meetings held in February, April, and May 2026.
Swearing in new and returning board members, including representatives from private-sector businesses and labor unions across Hawaii.
A presentation on Labor Market Information (LMI) — a look at how the state collects and uses data on jobs, wages, unemployment, and industries to guide workforce training and planning programs.
Proposed changes to the council's by-laws — specifically updating the rules around how meetings are run, how the public can submit written or oral testimony, and how virtual and hybrid meetings are managed.

Decisions Expected

A vote to approve minutes from the February, April, and May 2026 meetings.
A vote on by-law amendments that would officially codify meeting procedures, including rules for public testimony and conduct during virtual meetings.
Official swearing in of new and returning board members.

Who Should Pay Attention

Job seekers and workers who rely on state workforce training and employment services.
Employers and businesses interested in how the state plans and coordinates workforce development.
Community organizations involved in job training, labor, or economic development.
Anyone who participates in public meetings — the proposed by-law changes affect how testimony is accepted and how meetings are conducted going forward.

This meeting is open to the public both in person at 830 Punchbowl Street, Room 317, Honolulu, and virtually via Zoom. Public testimony is welcome in writing or by joining the meeting online or by phone.