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Committee advances bill to expand state internship program into private sector
Summary
The Senate Committee on Labor and Technology voted Jan. 29 to pass Senate Bill 327 with amendments to let the state's on-the-job training program include private employers while adopting clarifying language and reporting requirements.
The Senate Committee on Labor and Technology voted Jan. 29 in Honolulu to pass Senate Bill 327, moving the state's on-the-job training and internship program toward inclusion of the private sector. The committee adopted several amendments, including wording changes requested by the Department of Education and limits on student work hours recommended by the University of Hawaii system.
Supporters said the change would create more internship opportunities statewide while some state agencies urged limits on administrative responsibilities. "Expanding the program to the private sector will give more students the opportunities and support they deserve, to remain in Hawaii," Department of Labor and…
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