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HB 201

RELATING TO THE STATE FIRE MARSHAL.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Linda Ichiyama

HB 201 modifies Hawaii's State Fire Marshal office; passed committee with amendments but deferred to 2026 session for final action.

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Bill Summary · HB 201

Legislative bill overview

HB 201 relates to modifications of the State Fire Marshal's office in Hawaii, though the specific substantive changes are not detailed in the available legislative history. The bill passed its first committee (LAB) with amendments and second reading, but was carried over to the 2026 regular session before final passage could be achieved.

Why is this important

The State Fire Marshal oversees fire prevention, code enforcement, and public safety across Hawaii. Changes to this office's structure, authority, or operations directly affect fire safety standards, building inspections, and emergency response capabilities statewide.

Potential points of contention

  • The specific amendments made in HD 1 are not publicly detailed in this summary, making it unclear what stakeholders contested
  • The bill's carryover to 2026 suggests either unresolved concerns or deprioritization among legislators
  • Without access to the bill's text, potential areas of disagreement could involve funding allocation, staffing authority, or jurisdictional scope changes

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

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