HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
THE THIRTIETH LEGISLATURE
REGULAR SESSION OF 2020
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Rep. Roy M. Takumi, Chair |
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Rep. Linda Ichiyama, Vice Chair |
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Rep. Henry J.C. Aquino |
Rep. Sam Satoru Kong |
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Rep. Della Au Belatti |
Rep. John M. Mizuno |
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Rep. Rida Cabanilla Arakawa |
Rep. Richard H.K. Onishi |
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Rep. Romy M. Cachola |
Rep. Lauren Matsumoto |
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Rep. Sharon E. Har |
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NOTICE OF HEARING
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DATE: |
Wednesday, February 12, 2020 |
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2:05 pm |
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PLACE: |
Conference Room 329 State Capitol 415 South Beretania Street |
A G E N D A
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RELATING TO ASSOCIATIONS. Authorizes the creation of after-the-fact homeowners associations to collect contributions or association dues for the maintenance of common areas.
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CPC, FIN |
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RELATING TO CONDOMINIUMS. Clarifies that all condominiums may amend their declarations by the vote or written consent of owners representing at least sixty-seven per cent of the common interest, unless amended by the unit owners to require a higher percentage. Clarifies the definition of "tenant" as it relates to those qualified to serve as a member of the board in the event a unit is owned by a corporation, partnership, or limited liability company. Limits defamation actions against an association, board of directors, association director, officer, attorney, or other association representative. Clarifies provisions concerning the installation of solar energy devices on common elements or limited common elements.
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CPC, JUD |
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RELATING TO CONDOMINIUMS. Provides that any unit in a development that consists of not more than 2 units and occupied for 1 year by the developer, its successor, or assign as the principal place of residence shall be considered sold for purposes of satisfying a developer's annual report requirement.
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CPC, FIN |
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RELATING TO FORECLOSURE. Requires a mortgagee to record a writ of possession as soon as practicable in land court or the bureau of conveyances.
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CPC, JUD |
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RELATING TO COMMON INTEREST COMMUNITIES. Specifies the manner in which a member of a board of a planned community association or condominium association may resign. Limits a planned community association board's ability to fill a vacancy. Clarifies the right to vote in planned community association matters. Requires any proposal to remove a board member of a planned community association be noticed and the proposal to remove included on the meeting notice, upon 14 days' request by an association member.
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CPC, JUD |
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RELATING TO PLANNED COMMUNITY ASSOCIATIONS. Exempts planned community associations from certain requirements regarding cumulative voting for and the removal of directors under the Hawaii Nonprofit Corporations Act.
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CPC, JUD |
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DECISION MAKING TO FOLLOW
Persons wishing to offer comments should submit testimony at least 24 hours prior to the hearing. Testimony should indicate:
· Testifier's name with position/title and organization;
· The Committee(s) to which the comments are directed;
· The date and time of the hearing; and
· Measure number.
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Testimony submitted will be placed on the legislative website. This public posting of testimony on the website should be considered when including personal information in your testimony.
If you require special assistance or auxiliary aids and/or services to participate in the House public hearing process (i.e., sign or foreign language interpreter or wheelchair accessibility), please contact the Committee Clerk at 586-6170 or email your request for an interpreter to [email protected] at least 24 hours prior to the hearing for arrangements. Prompt requests submitted help to ensure the availability of qualified individuals and appropriate accommodations.
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________________________________________ Rep. Roy M. Takumi Chair |
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