Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 2215: RELATING TO THE STATE BUILDING CODE COUNCIL.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 2215 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii House on January 26, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO THE STATE BUILDING CODE COUNCIL. Primary sponsor: Chris Todd (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 30, 2026): Referred to WAL, FIN, referral sheet 5.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Establishes one permanent full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) permanent position for the State Building Code Council to support statewide building code coordination, permitting transparency, and modernization initiatives. Requires county reporting on building permitting performance. Requires the State Building Code Council to develop a standardized statewide permitting data system or public dashboard. Requires the development of a state building code modernization and transparency initiative. Requires the State Building Code Council to develop standardized credentials and training requirements for permitting officials. Requires a report. Appropriates funds.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Todd | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 3 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Referred to WAL, FIN, referral sheet 5
- Introduced and Pass First Reading.
- Pending introduction.