SB 1065: State and County Employees; Hiring Requirements; Skills-Based Hiring; Bachelor's Degree; Prohibition; Exemption

A BILL FOR AN ACT

RELATING TO SKILLS-BASED HIRING.

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF HAWAII:

     SECTION 1.  The legislature finds that an over-emphasis on degree requirements in the labor market has historically limited opportunities and diversity in the workforce.  A 2017 study by Harvard Business School found that sixty-one per cent of hiring managers rejected ideal candidates possessing the skills and experience to qualify for the position they applied for because they lacked a four-year degree.  The study showed that this bias is further reflected in the "degree gap", which is the discrepancy of the percentages between job postings for positions requiring a college degree and employees currently in that position actually having a degree.  Larger degree gaps make positions more difficult to fill, contributing to inefficiency and stagnancy in the hiring process.

     The legislature further finds that many employers across both the public and private sectors have begun to recognize the value of skills-based hiring.  In the private sector, a 2023 survey found that fifty-five per cent of companies removed degree requirements, primarily for entry- and mid-level positions, creating a more diverse workforce and expanding the applicant pool.  Companies that recently eliminated degree requirements for many positions include IBM, Delta Airlines, Google, and Bank of America.  In the public sector, as of October 2023, at least sixteen states had taken action to remove four-year degree requirements for many state jobs.

     The legislature also finds that the State is facing a significant labor shortage within state agencies that may worsen in the future.  The department of human resources development reported an increase in vacant positions within state agencies in recent years, from eighteen per cent in 2019 before the COVID-19 pandemic to twenty-seven per cent in 2023.  While the COVID-19 pandemic may have contributed to this uptick, the department also reported that thirty per cent of existing state employees will be eligible for retirement in the next five years.  The legislature recognizes that to fill this gap, continue to operate at maximum efficiency, serve the residents of the State, and keep pace with the broader labor market, a focus on skills-based hiring is necessary.

     Accordingly, the purpose of this Act is to incorporate skills-based hiring for public employment by prohibiting the State or its departments, agencies, and political subdivisions from requiring a bachelor's degree as a condition of eligibility when hiring for a position in state or county employment.

     SECTION 2.  Chapter 78, Hawaii Revised Statutes, is amended by adding a new section to be appropriately designated and to read as follows:

     "§78-    Bachelor's degree requirements for state or county employment; prohibition.  (a)  The State or any of its departments, agencies, or political subdivisions shall not require a bachelor's degree as a condition of eligibility for hire to a position in state or county employment.

     (b)  Subsection (a) shall not apply if skills-based hiring is not a viable option because the knowledge, skills, or abilities required for the position for which an applicant is applying can only reasonably be obtained, as determined by the appointing authority, through a course of study in pursuit of, and culminating in the award of, a bachelor's degree."

     SECTION 3.  New statutory material is underscored.

     SECTION 4.  This Act shall take effect upon its approval.

Report Title:

State and County Employees; Hiring Requirements; Skills-Based Hiring; Bachelor's Degree; Prohibition; Exemption

Description:

Prohibits the State or any of its departments, agencies, or political subdivisions from requiring a bachelor's degree as a condition of eligibility for hire to a position in state or county employment.  Establishes exemptions.  (CD1)

The summary description of legislation appearing on this page is for informational purposes only and is not legislation or evidence of legislative intent.

A BILL FOR AN ACT

RELATING TO SKILLS-BASED HIRING.

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF HAWAII:

     SECTION 1.  The legislature finds that an over-emphasis on degree requirements in the labor market has historically limited opportunities and diversity in the workforce.  A 2017 study by Harvard Business School found that sixty-one per cent of hiring managers rejected ideal candidates possessing the skills and experience to qualify for the position they applied for because they lacked a four-year degree.  The study showed that this bias is further reflected in the "degree gap", which is the discrepancy of the percentages between job postings for positions requiring a college degree and employees currently in that position actually having a degree.  Larger degree gaps make positions more difficult to fill, contributing to inefficiency and stagnancy in the hiring process.

     The legislature further finds that many employers across both the public and private sector, have begun to recognize the value of skills-based hiring.  In the private sector, a 2023 survey found that fifty-five per cent of companies removed degree requirements, primarily for entry and mid-level positions, creating a more diverse workforce and expanding the applicant pool.  Companies that recently eliminated degree requirements for many positions include IBM, Delta Airlines, Google, and Bank of America.  In the public sector, as of October 2023, at least sixteen states had taken action to remove four-year degree requirements for many state jobs.

     The legislature also finds that the State is facing a significant labor shortage within state agencies that may worsen in the future.  The department of human resources development reported an increase in vacant positions within state agencies in recent years, from eighteen per cent in 2019 before the COVID-19 pandemic to twenty-seven per cent in 2023.  While the COVID-19 pandemic may have contributed to this uptick, the department also reported that thirty per cent of existing state employees will be eligible for retirement in the next five years.  The legislature recognizes that to fill this gap, continue to operate at maximum efficiency, serve the residents of the State, and keep pace with the broader labor market, a focus on skills-based hiring is necessary.

     Accordingly, the purpose of this Act is to incorporate skills-based hiring for public employment by prohibiting the State or its departments, agencies, and political subdivisions from requiring a bachelor's degree as a condition of eligibility when hiring for a position in state or county employment.

     SECTION 2.  Chapter 78, Hawaii Revised Statutes, is amended by adding a new section to be appropriately designated and to read as follows:

     "§78-     Bachelor's degree requirements for state or county employment; prohibition.  (a)  The State or any of its departments, agencies, or political subdivisions shall not require a bachelor's degree as a condition of eligibility for hire to a position in state or county employment.

     (b)  Subsection (a) shall not apply if skills-based hiring is not a viable option because the knowledge, skills, or abilities required for the position for which an applicant is applying can only reasonably be obtained, as determined by the appointing authority, through a course of study in pursuit of, and culminating in the award of, a bachelor's degree."

     SECTION 3.  New statutory material is underscored.

     SECTION 4.  This Act shall take effect on July 1, 3000.

Report Title:

State and County Employees; Hiring Requirements; Skills-Based Hiring; Bachelor's Degree; Prohibition; Exemption

Description:

Prohibits the State, including any departments, agencies, or political subdivisions, from requiring a bachelor's degree as a condition of eligibility for hire to a position in state or county employment.  Establishes exemptions.  Effective 7/1/3000.  (HD1)

The summary description of legislation appearing on this page is for informational purposes only and is not legislation or evidence of legislative intent.

A BILL FOR AN ACT

RELATING TO SKILLS-BASED HIRING.

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF HAWAII:

     SECTION 1.  The legislature finds that an over-emphasis on degree requirements in the labor market has historically limited opportunities and diversity in the workforce.  A 2017 study by Harvard Business School found that sixty-one per cent of hiring managers had rejected ideal candidates with the skills and experience to succeed because they lacked a four-year degree.  This bias is further reflected in the "degree gap" -- the discrepancy between the percentage of job postings for positions requiring a college degree and the percentage of current employees in that position with a degree –- also found by the study.  Larger degree gaps make positions more difficult to fill, contributing to inefficiency and stagnancy in the hiring process.

     The legislature further finds that many employers, across both the public and private sectors, have begun to recognize the value of and shift towards skills-based hiring.  In the private sector, a 2023 survey found that fifty-five per cent of companies removed degree requirements, primarily for entry- and mid-level positions, to create a more diverse workforce and expand the applicant pool.  Companies that recently eliminated degree requirements for many positions include IBM, Delta Airlines, Google, and Bank of America.  In the public sector, as of October 2023, at least sixteen states had taken action to remove four-year degree requirements for most state jobs.

     The legislature also finds that the State is facing a significant labor shortage within state agencies that may worsen in the future.  The department of human resources reported an increase in vacant positions within state agencies in recent years, from eighteen per cent in 2019 before the COVID-19 pandemic to twenty-seven per cent in 2023.  While the COVID-19 pandemic may have contributed to this uptick, the department also reported that thirty per cent of existing state employees will be eligible for retirement in the next five years.  The legislature recognizes that to fill this gap, continue to operate at maximum efficiency, serve the residents of the State, and keep pace with the broader labor market, a new focus on skills-based hiring is necessary.

     Accordingly, the purpose of this Act is to incorporate skills-based hiring for public employment by prohibiting the State or its departments, agencies, and political subdivisions from requiring a bachelor's degree as a condition of eligibility when hiring for a position in state or county employment.

     SECTION 2.  Chapter 78, Hawaii Revised Statutes, is amended by adding a new section to be appropriately designated and to read as follows:

     "§78-     Bachelor's degree requirements for state employment; prohibition.  (a)  The State or any of its departments, agencies, or political subdivisions shall not require a bachelor's degree as a condition of eligibility for hire to a position in state or county employment.

     (b)  Subsection (a) shall not apply if skills-based hiring is not a viable option because the knowledge, skills, or abilities required for the position for which an applicant is applying can only reasonably be obtained, as determined by the appointing authority, through a course of study in pursuit of, and culminating in the award of, a bachelor's degree."

     SECTION 3.  New statutory material is underscored.

     SECTION 4.  This Act shall take effect upon its approval.

Report Title:

State and County Employees; Hiring Requirements; Skills-Based Hiring; Bachelor's Degree; Prohibition; Exemption

Description:

Prohibits the State or any of its departments, agencies, or political subdivisions from requiring a bachelor's degree as a condition of eligibility for hire to a position in state or county employment.  Establishes exemptions.  (SD2)

The summary description of legislation appearing on this page is for informational purposes only and is not legislation or evidence of legislative intent.

A BILL FOR AN ACT

RELATING TO SKILLS-BASED HIRING.

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF HAWAII:

     SECTION 1.  The legislature finds that an over-emphasis on degree requirements in the labor market has historically limited opportunities and diversity in the workforce.  A 2017 study by Harvard Business School found that sixty-one percent of hiring managers had rejected ideal candidates with the skills and experience to succeed because they lacked a four-year degree.  This bias is further reflected in the "degree gap" -- the discrepancy between the percentage of job postings for positions requiring a college degree and the percentage of current employees in that position with a degree –- also found by the study.  Larger degree gaps make positions more difficult to fill, contributing to inefficiency and stagnancy in the hiring process.

     The legislature further finds that many employers, across both public and private sectors have begun to recognize the value of and shift towards skills-based hiring.  In the private sector, a 2023 survey found that fifty-five per cent of companies removed degree requirements, primarily for entry- and mid-level positions, to create a more diverse workforce and expand the applicant pool.  Companies that recently eliminated degree requirements for many positions include IBM, Delta Airlines, Google, and Bank of America.  In the public sector, as of October 2023, at least sixteen states had taken action to remove four-year degree requirements for most state jobs.

     The legislature also finds that the State is facing a significant labor shortage within state agencies that may worsen in the future.  The department of human resources reported an increase in vacant positions within state agencies in recent years, from eighteen per cent in 2019 before the COVID-19 pandemic to twenty-seven per cent in 2023.  While the COVID-19 pandemic may have contributed to this uptick, the department also reported that thirty per cent of existing state employees will be eligible for retirement in the next five years.  The legislature recognizes that to fill this gap, continue to operate at maximum efficiency, serve the residents of the State, and keep pace with the broader labor market, a new focus on skills-based hiring is necessary.

     Accordingly, the purpose of this Act is to incorporate skills-based hiring for public employment by prohibiting the State or its departments, agencies, and political subdivisions from requiring a bachelor's degree as a condition of eligibility when hiring for a position in state employment.

     SECTION 2.  Chapter 78, Hawaii Revised Statutes, is amended by adding a new section to be appropriately designated and to read as follows:

     "§78-    Bachelor's degree requirements for state employment; prohibition.  (a)  The State or any of its departments, agencies, or political subdivisions shall not require a bachelor's degree as a condition of eligibility for hire to a position in state employment.

     (b)  Subsection (a) shall not apply if skills-based hiring is not a viable option because the knowledge, skills, or abilities required for the position for which an applicant is applying can only reasonably be obtained, as determined by the appointing authority, through a course of study in pursuit of, and culminating in the award of, a bachelor's degree."

     SECTION 3.  New statutory material is underscored.

     SECTION 4.  This Act shall take effect July 1, 2050.

Report Title:

State Employees; Hiring Requirements; Skills-Based Hiring; Bachelor's Degree; Prohibition; Exemption

Description:

Prohibits the State or any of its departments, agencies, or political subdivisions from requiring a bachelor's degree as a condition of eligibility for hire to a position in state employment.  Establishes exemptions.  Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1)

The summary description of legislation appearing on this page is for informational purposes only and is not legislation or evidence of legislative intent.

A BILL FOR AN ACT

Relating to skills-based hiring.

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF HAWAII:

     SECTION 1.  The legislature finds that an over-emphasis on degree requirements in the labor market has historically limited opportunities and diversity in the workforce.  A 2017 study by Harvard Business School found that sixty-one percent of hiring managers had rejected ideal candidates with the skills and experience to succeed because they lacked a four-year degree.  This bias is further reflected in the "degree gap" -- the discrepancy between the percentage of job postings for positions requiring a college degree and the percentage of current employees in that position with a degree –- also found by the study.  Larger degree gaps make positions more difficult to fill, contributing to inefficiency and stagnancy in the hiring process.

     The legislature further finds that many employers, across both public and private sectors have begun to recognize the value of and shift towards skills-based hiring.  In the private sector, a 2023 survey found that fifty-five per cent of companies removed degree requirements, primarily for entry- and mid-level positions to create a more diverse workforce and expand the applicant pool.  Companies that recently eliminated degree requirements for many positions include IBM, Delta Airlines, Google, and Bank of America.  In the public sector, as of October 2023, at least sixteen states had taken action to remove four-year degree requirements for most state jobs. 

     The legislature also finds that the State is facing a significant labor shortage within state agencies that may worsen in the future.  The department of human resources reported an increase in vacant positions within state agencies in recent years, from eighteen per cent in 2019 before the COVID-19 pandemic to twenty-seven per cent in 2023.  While the COVID-19 pandemic may have contributed to this uptick, the department also reported that thirty per cent of existing state employees will be eligible for retirement in the next five years.  The legislature recognizes that to fill this gap, continue to operate at maximum efficiency, serve the residents of the State, and keep pace with the broader labor market, a new focus on skills-based hiring is necessary.

     Accordingly, the purpose of this Act is to incorporate skills-based hiring for public employment by prohibiting the State or its departments, agencies, and political subdivisions from requiring a bachelor's degree as a condition of eligibility when hiring for a position in state employment.

     SECTION 2.  Chapter 78, Hawaii Revised Statutes, is amended by adding a new section to be appropriately designated and to read as follows:

     "§78-    Bachelor's degree requirements for state employment; prohibition.  (a)  The State or any of its departments, agencies, or political subdivisions shall not require a bachelor's degree as a condition of eligibility for hire to a position in state employment.

     (b)  Subsection (a) shall not apply if skills-based hiring is not a viable option because the knowledge, skills, or abilities required for the position for which an applicant is applying can only reasonably be obtained, as determined by the appointing authority, through a course of study in pursuit of, and culminating in the award of, a bachelor's degree."

     SECTION 3.  New statutory material is underscored.

     SECTION 4.  This Act shall take effect upon its approval.

Report Title:

State Employees; Hiring Requirements; Skills-based Hiring; Bachelor's Degree; Prohibition; Exemption

Description:

Prohibits the State or any of its departments, agencies, or political subdivisions from requiring a bachelor's degree as a condition of eligibility for hire to a position in state employment.  Establishes exemptions.

The summary description of legislation appearing on this page is for informational purposes only and is not legislation or evidence of legislative intent.

CONFERENCE COMMITTEE REP. NO. 145

Honolulu, Hawaii

                 , 2025

RE:    S.B. No. 1065

       S.D. 2

       H.D. 1

       C.D. 1

Honorable Ronald D. Kouchi

President of the Senate

Thirty-Third State Legislature

Regular Session of 2025

State of Hawaii

Honorable Nadine K. Nakamura

Speaker, House of Representatives

Thirty-Third State Legislature

Regular Session of 2025

State of Hawaii

Sir and Madam:

     Your Committee on Conference on the disagreeing vote of the Senate to the amendments proposed by the House of Representatives in S.B. No. 1065, S.D. 2, H.D. 1, entitled:

"A BILL FOR AN ACT RELATING TO SKILLS-BASED HIRING,"

having met, and after full and free discussion, has agreed to recommend and does recommend to the respective Houses the final passage of this bill in an amended form.

     The purpose of this measure is to:

     (1)  Prohibit the State or any of its departments, agencies, or political subdivisions from requiring a bachelor's degree as a condition of eligibility for hire to a position in state or county employment; and

     (2)  Establish exemptions.

     Your Committee on Conference finds that the State currently faces a severe public service staffing shortage.  Your Committee on Conference further finds that many state positions utilize degree requirements to screen candidates, despite mounting evidence in support of the efficacy of skills-based hiring.  For many public service positions, degree requirements exacerbate staffing shortages by excluding valuable potential candidates with applicable skills and experience.  Therefore, this measure requires a shift to skills-based hiring, with certain exceptions, to modernize state hiring practices and diversify the workforce.

     Your Committee on Conference has amended this measure by:

     (1)  Making it effective upon its approval; and

     (2)  Making technical, nonsubstantive amendments for the purposes of clarity and consistency.

     As affirmed by the record of votes of the managers of your Committee on Conference that is attached to this report, your Committee on Conference is in accord with the intent and purpose of S.B. No. 1065, S.D. 2, H.D. 1, as amended herein, and recommends that it pass Final Reading in the form attached hereto as S.B. No. 1065, S.D. 2, H.D. 1, C.D. 1.

Respectfully submitted on behalf of the managers:

STAND. COM. REP. NO.  1918

Honolulu, Hawaii

                , 2025

RE:   S.B. No. 1065

      S.D. 2

      H.D. 1

Honorable Nadine K. Nakamura

Speaker, House of Representatives

Thirty-Third State Legislature

Regular Session of 2025

State of Hawaii

Madame:

     Your Committee on Finance, to which was referred S.B. No. 1065, S.D. 2, H.D. 1, entitled:

"A BILL FOR AN ACT RELATING TO SKILLS-BASED HIRING,"

begs leave to report as follows:

     The purpose of this measure is to prohibit the State, including its departments, agencies, or political subdivisions, from requiring a bachelor's degree as a qualification for a state or county position, unless the knowledge and skills required to perform job duties can only be obtained through the culmination of coursework in a bachelor's degree program.

     Your Committee received testimony in support of this measure from the Department of Accounting and General Services; Hawaiʻi State Council on Developmental Disabilities; Grassroot Institute of Hawaii; and three individuals.  Your Committee received comments on this measure from the Department of Budget and Finance and Department of Human Resources Development.

     As affirmed by the record of votes of the members of your Committee on Finance that is attached to this report, your Committee is in accord with the intent and purpose of S.B. No. 1065, S.D. 2, H.D. 1, and recommends that it pass Third Reading.

Respectfully submitted on behalf of the members of the Committee on Finance,

STAND. COM. REP. NO.  1389

Honolulu, Hawaii

                , 2025

RE:   S.B. No. 1065

      S.D. 2

      H.D. 1

Honorable Nadine K. Nakamura

Speaker, House of Representatives

Thirty-Third State Legislature

Regular Session of 2025

State of Hawaii

Madame:

     Your Committee on Labor, to which was referred S.B. No. 1065, S.D. 2, entitled:

"A BILL FOR AN ACT RELATING TO SKILLS-BASED HIRING,"

begs leave to report as follows:

     The purpose of this measure is to prohibit the State, including its departments, agencies, or political subdivisions, from requiring a bachelor's degree as a qualification for a state or county position, unless the knowledge and skills required to perform job duties can only be obtained through the culmination of coursework in a bachelor's degree program.

     Your Committee received testimony in support of this measure from the Department of Accounting and General Services; Grassroot Institute of Hawaii; and one individual.  Your Committee received testimony in opposition to this measure from one individual.  Your Committee received comments on this measure from the Department of Human Resources Development and Department of Budget and Finance.

     Your Committee finds that while possessing a bachelor's degree in a relevant field is typically required for many state and county positions, as it demonstrates a foundational knowledge or skill that is necessary to be qualified for certain positions, it is not the only way in which that knowledge or skill can be learned or acquired.  Your Committee also finds that some position descriptions allow other fields of study as acceptable substitutes.  While these substitutes may be relevant to the subject matter, they may not be as directly applicable to the practical skills needed to perform job duties.  Requiring a degree solely for the sake of having one does little to improve the State's ability to provide public service and risks excluding individuals who could otherwise be valuable contributors to the public sector.  Your Committee believes that a history of successful employment, increased responsibilities, and relevant skills stands on its own merit, regardless of any degrees obtained.  The prohibitions established under this measure will create a more diverse workforce, expand the applicant pool, and ultimately provide better opportunities for skilled applicants to be considered for a position they might not have qualified for otherwise.

     Your Committee has amended this measure by:

     (1)  Changing the effective date to July 1, 3000, to encourage further discussion; and

     (2)  Making technical, nonsubstantive amendments for the purposes of clarity, consistency, and style.

     As affirmed by the record of votes of the members of your Committee on Labor that is attached to this report, your Committee is in accord with the intent and purpose of S.B. No. 1065, S.D. 2, as amended herein, and recommends that it pass Second Reading in the form attached hereto as S.B. No. 1065, S.D. 2, H.D. 1, and be referred to your Committee on Finance.

Respectfully submitted on behalf of the members of the Committee on Labor,

STAND. COM. REP. NO. 840

Honolulu, Hawaii

RE:    S.B. No. 1065

       S.D. 2

Honorable Ronald D. Kouchi

President of the Senate

Thirty-Third State Legislature

Regular Session of 2025

State of Hawaii

Sir:

     Your Committee on Ways and Means, to which was referred S.B. No. 1065, S.D. 1, entitled:

"A BILL FOR AN ACT RELATING TO SKILLS-BASED HIRING,"

begs leave to report as follows:

     The purpose and intent of this measure is to address the high number of personnel vacancies in state and county government.

     Specifically, this measure prohibits the State or any of its departments, agencies, or political subdivisions from requiring a bachelor's degree as a condition of eligibility for hire.

     Your Committee received written comments in support of this measure from the Department of Accounting and General Services and Grassroot Institute of Hawaii.

     Your Committee received written comments in opposition to this measure from one individual.

     Your Committee received written comments on this measure from the Department of Budget and Finance, Department of Human Resources Development, and Hawaii State Public Library System.

     Your Committee finds that approximately thirty percent of current state employees will be eligible for retirement in the next five years.  To help expeditiously fill these expected vacancies, maintain crucial government services, and keep pace with the broader labor market, your Committee finds that the State must focus on skills-based hiring.

     Your Committee has amended this measure by:

     (1)  Changing the effective date from July 1, 2050, to upon the measure's approval; and

     (2)  Making technical nonsubstantive amendments for purposes of clarity, consistency, and style.

     As affirmed by the record of votes of the members of your Committee on Ways and Means that is attached to this report, your Committee is in accord with the intent and purpose of S.B. No. 1065, S.D. 1, as amended herein, and recommends that it pass Third Reading in the form attached hereto as S.B. No. 1065, S.D. 2.

Respectfully submitted on behalf of the members of the Committee on Ways and Means,

STAND. COM. REP. NO. 348

Honolulu, Hawaii

RE:    S.B. No. 1065

       S.D. 1

Honorable Ronald D. Kouchi

President of the Senate

Thirty-Third State Legislature

Regular Session of 2025

State of Hawaii

Sir:

     Your Committees on Labor and Technology and Government Operations, to which was referred S.B. No. 1065 entitled:

"A BILL FOR AN ACT RELATING TO SKILLS-BASED HIRING,"

beg leave to report as follows:

     The purpose and intent of this measure is to prohibit the State or any of its departments, agencies, or political subdivisions from requiring a bachelor's degree as a condition of eligibility for hire to a position in state employment, with certain exemptions.

     Your Committees received testimony in support of this measure from the Department of Accounting and General Services, Grassroot Institute of Hawaii, and three individuals.

     Your Committees received comments on this measure from the Department of Human Resources Development and Department of Budget and Finance.

     Your Committees find that degree requirements have become an outdated measure of a worker's ability in many fields.  Rather than cultivating a diverse, capable workforce, rigid degree requirements often limit employment opportunities and allow stagnancy.  They can also exacerbate labor shortages.  This measure addresses this obsolete requirement by requiring a shift to skills-based hiring and prohibiting a bachelor's degree from being a requirement for public employment where practical.

     Your Committees have amended this measure by:

     (1)  Inserting an effective date of July 1, 2050, to encourage further discussion; and

     (2)  Making a technical, nonsubstantive amendment for the purposes of clarity and consistency.

     As affirmed by the records of votes of the members of your Committees on Labor and Technology and Government Operations that are attached to this report, your Committees are in accord with the intent and purpose of S.B. No. 1065, as amended herein, and recommend that it pass Second Reading in the form attached hereto as S.B. No. 1065, S.D. 1, and be referred to your Committee on Ways and Means.

Respectfully submitted on behalf of the members of the Committees on Labor and Technology and Government Operations,