A Legal Briefing for Hawaii Construction Employers

New Hawaii Law: A Labor Violation Can Now Shut Down Your Job Site

Hawaii's new Act 027 (formerly SB2140) gives counties the power to deny, revoke, or suspend building permits over wage and labor violations. Hear from State Senator Brandon Elefante, who co-introduced the bill, and Mallory Martin, ProService's Corporate Counsel, on what it means for your projects and how to stay compliant.

📅 Thursday, July 9, 2026  |  🕛 12:00–12:30 PM HST  |  💻 Live via Zoom

Brandon Elefante

Brandon Elefante

Hawaii State Senator

Mallory Martin

Mallory Martin

ProService Corporate Counsel

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Why This Matters

On May 22, 2026, Hawaii Act 027 was signed into law, giving counties new authority to deny, revoke, or suspend building permits when a contractor is found in violation of wage, benefits, hours, or employment status laws.

This isn't just a new HR compliance box to check — it's a business continuity risk. A labor violation can now stop your job site.

In 30 minutes, we'll walk though why the law was enacted, what this law means for employers, and practical steps you can take now, before an enforcement action forces the issue.

What You'll Learn

What Act 027 actually says

A plain-language walkthrough of the new county authority, straight from the senator who co-introduced the bill.

Where construction companies are most exposed

Wage and hour gaps, worker misclassification (1099 vs. W-2), unlicensed subcontractor activity, and benefits compliance under Hawaii's Prepaid Health Care Act.

What to do to stay compliant

The documentation you need and audits that should take place before disclosure request lands.

Meet Your Speakers

Brandon Elefante

State Senator Brandon Elefante

Hawai'i State Senate, District 16 (ʻAiea, Pearl City, Hālawa)

Senator Elefante co-introduced the bill that became Act 027 and will walk attendees through the law directly from the source.

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Mallory Martin

Corporate Counsel, ProService Hawaii

Mallory leads compliance strategy for ProService Hawaii's construction clients. She'll translate Act 027 into practical terms.

Moderated by Nica Nordyke, ProService Hawaii

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📅 Thursday, July 9, 2026  |  🕛 12:00–12:30 PM HST  |  💻 Live via Zoom

About ProService Hawaii

ProService Hawaii is the state’s leader in HR consulting and management. The company gives employers access to benefits, payroll, HR and risk support that make it easier to hire, manage and grow their teams. With over 3,000 client employers and 50,000 employees statewide, ProService Hawaii impacts nearly 10% of the state’s private employment market, making it the largest and most trusted provider for HR services in Hawaii since 1994. As an industry leader, ProService combines the power of passionate local experts with innovative products to build and transform the workplace in Hawaii. ProService is headquartered on Oahu at 6600 Kalanianaole Hwy., Ste. 200, Honolulu HI 96825. Additional offices are located in Kona, Kahului, Kapaa and Downtown Honolulu. Telephone: (808) 394-3100.