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HB 1964

RELATING TO THE STATE BUILDING CODE COUNCIL.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Terez Amato and 19 co-sponsors

Hawaii modifies State Building Code Council structure/operations with committee approval, advancing to Finance review for budgetary assessment.

Passed Third Reading as amended in HD 2 with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Kong, Pierick excused (2). Transmitted to Senate.
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Bill Summary · HB 1964

Legislative bill overview

HB 1964 modifies Hawaii's State Building Code Council structure, authority, or operations. The bill passed the Water, Agriculture & Land (WAL) committee on February 5, 2026, with amendments and an 8-1 vote (one abstention). It now moves forward for consideration by the Finance (FIN) committee.

Why is this important

The State Building Code Council establishes standards that affect construction costs, safety requirements, and development timelines across Hawaii. Changes to its governance or processes can influence housing affordability, building safety standards, and the speed at which construction projects receive approval—issues directly impacting both developers and residents.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of amendments unclear: The bill was passed with amendments, but the specific changes are not detailed in the action summary, making it difficult to assess what stakeholders objected to or what was modified
  • Financial implications pending: Referral to the Finance committee suggests budgetary concerns may exist, potentially involving staffing, administrative costs, or resource allocation to the council
  • Industry impact uncertainty: Changes to code council operations could differentially affect builders, contractors, developers, and homebuyers depending on whether amendments streamline or tighten processes

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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