Bill > SR155

This Resolution requests the Department of Accounting and General Services to provide full funding for the establishment of a dedicated, full-time office for the State Building Code Council, which is responsible for creating and implementing statewide building codes in Hawaii. Specifically, it asks for funding for one full-time Program Director and one full-time staff member, along with necessary costs for training, materials, and supplies to operate the office effectively. The resolution highlights that the Council, established in 2007, has historically faced challenges due to limited funding and insufficient staff, impacting its ability to update building codes, consider cost impacts of revisions, and keep pace with international code updates, all of which are crucial for public health and safety.