Thirteen unfair labor practice charges have been filed against Aqua-Aston since February.

HB553 would allow graduate assistants at UH to collectively bargain and form a labor union, but Governor Ige has informed the legislature of his intent to veto the bill.

The company says the dispute is over an out-of-date handbook and “misunderstandings,” but workers say management retaliated with bullying and harassment after they sought union representation.

Workers will receive a raise and increased healthcare funding from the hotel.

Kaiser union workers currently on strike will be joined by other Local 5 members and community supporters for a march through Waikīkī.

Aikea, a labor movement organized by hospitality & healthcare union UNITE HERE! Local 5, rallied at Honolulu Hale today in support of Honolulu City Council Bill 16.