Bill > HB1315

This bill seeks to regulate parliamentarians operating in Hawaii by requiring them to obtain a license from the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs and complete mandatory training courses starting January 1, 2026. The legislation stems from concerns about parliamentarians' involvement in condominium associations, including potential misuse in association conflicts, inappropriate access to board information, and participation in executive sessions. Under the proposed law, individuals would be prohibited from using the title "parliamentarian" or engaging in parliamentary work without first securing a valid license and completing training courses specifically related to condominium associations and Hawaii's Chapter 514B legal statutes. Violators would be subject to fines for each separate offense, with each day of violation considered a distinct infraction. The bill's underlying purpose is to professionalize and regulate the role of parliamentarians, ensuring they have proper training and credentials, and to prevent potential misuse of their position in resolving association disputes. The Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs would be responsible for establishing specific licensure requirements and adopting rules to implement these new regulations.

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https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HB&billnumber=1315&year=2026