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HRS §88E-1

Definitions

This section defines three words used in this law: 'county' means the four counties of Hawaii, 'employee' means someone eligible for the state retirement system, and 'state' means Hawaii. It only sets definitions; it does not create any duties or penalties.

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The statute, as written — Definitions

As used in this chapter, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise: "County" means the counties of Hawaii, Kauai and Maui, and the city and county of Honolulu. "Employee" means a person who is eligible to participate in the employees' retirement system of the State of Hawaii as defined in section 88-21. "State" means the State of Hawaii. [L Sp 1981 1st, c 7, pt of §1]
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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