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This bill aims to modify the composition of Hawaii's Real Estate Commission by expanding its membership from nine to eleven members and requiring specific professional expertise. Specifically, the bill mandates that at least two of the commission members must be licensed professional engineers or architects who have been actively practicing in the state for at least three years prior to their appointment. This change is motivated by the legislature's recognition of significant challenges facing Hawaii's condominium properties, including aging buildings requiring maintenance, structural repairs, and challenges with insurability. By adding technical experts to the commission, the bill seeks to improve the commission's ability to oversee and address complex issues related to condominium management, projects, and associations. The bill maintains the existing requirements that commission members be U.S. citizens, have resided in Hawaii for at least three years, and include representation from different counties, while adding the new requirement for engineering and architectural expertise. The changes will take effect on July 1, 2050, providing ample time for implementation.

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https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=1212&year=2026