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This resolution requests the Hawaii State Auditor to conduct a sunrise analysis of condominium association managers, which is a review to determine whether regulation of a profession is necessary and in the public interest. The resolution provides context about the significant scope of condominiums in Hawaii, noting that as of 2021, there were 1,826 condominium associations representing 173,036 units and serving approximately 360,000 people. While current law requires condominium managing agents to be licensed real estate brokers or authorized trust companies, there are no requirements for them to possess knowledge of condominium association laws and rules. The resolution references House Bill 1312, which proposed establishing a certification framework for condominium association managers through the Real Estate Commission, and invokes section 26H-6 of the Hawaii Regulatory Licensing Reform Act, which mandates that new regulatory measures for unregulated professions undergo an analysis by the Auditor. Specifically, the resolution asks the Auditor to conduct the sunrise analysis and submit a report with findings and recommendations, including potential legislation, no later than twenty days before the 2026 Regular Legislative Session.

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https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HCR&billnumber=24&year=2025