Hawaii · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 309: RELATING TO BUILDING INSPECTIONS.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 309 is a bill introduced in the Hawaii Senate on January 14, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: RELATING TO BUILDING INSPECTIONS. Primary sponsor: Karl Rhoads (Democratic), Angus McKelvey (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (December 8, 2025): Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Requires periodic inspections of certain walls and appurtenances of buildings five or more stories in height. Establishes procedures for inspections, preparing inspection reports, and responding to report findings.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karl Rhoads | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 13 |
| Angus McKelvey | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 6 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
- Referred to PSM, WAM.
- Introduced and passed First Reading.
- Pending Introduction.