HI SCR8

Bill

Urging The Counties To Act On Any Building Permit Application For Modification Of A Residence That Is Prescribed By A Licensed Health Care Provider And Found By The County To Be Essential To The Safety Or Health Of An Older Adult Or Person With A Disability Within Forty-five Days Of Receipt Of A Complete Application.

Introduced
01/28/2026

In Committee
04/27/2026

Crossed Over
04/09/2026

Passed
04/28/2026

Dead

Signed/Enacted/Adopted
04/28/2026

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

RESOLUTION urging the counties to act on any building permit application for modification of a residence that is prescribed by a licensed health care provider and found by the county to be essential to the safety or health of an older adult or person with a DISABILITY within forty-five days of receipt of a complete application.

AI Summary

This concurrent resolution urges counties to process building permit applications for home modifications, which are recommended by a licensed healthcare provider and deemed essential for the safety or health of older adults or individuals with disabilities, within 45 days of receiving a complete application. The resolution highlights that significant delays in approving these modifications, such as installing ramps or grab bars, can lead to increased risks of falls and injuries for seniors, straining healthcare systems and preventing them from aging independently at home. By establishing this timeline, the resolution aims to improve efficiency, accountability, and access to crucial home safety improvements.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Government Affairs, Housing and Urban Affairs

Sponsors (5)

Stanley Chang (D)*, Lynn DeCoite (D)*, Troy Hashimoto (D)*, Angus McKelvey (D)*, Sharon Moriwaki (D)*,

Last Action

Certified copies of resolutions sent, 05-12-26. (on 05/12/2026)

Bill Topics

Community Development and Housing Issues

‐ Elderly and Handicapped Housing

Social Welfare

‐ Assistance to the Disabled and Handicapped
‐ Services for the Elderly and Senior Citizens

Official Document

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SCR&billnumber=8&year=2026

(2 Companion Bills)

Version:

Document Type	Source Location	Created
State Bill Page	https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SCR&billnumber=8&year=2026	01/26/2026
Committee Report SCR8_HSCR2255-26_	https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/CommReports/SCR8_HSCR2255-26_.pdf	04/24/2026
SCR8_TESTIMONY_WAL_04-23-26_	https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/Testimony/SCR8_TESTIMONY_WAL_04-23-26_.PDF	04/23/2026
Committee Report SCR8_HSCR2181-26_	https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/CommReports/SCR8_HSCR2181-26_.pdf	04/18/2026
SCR8_TESTIMONY_HSH-HLT_04-16-26_	https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/Testimony/SCR8_TESTIMONY_HSH-HLT_04-16-26_.PDF	04/16/2026
Committee Report SCR8_SSCR3460_	https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/CommReports/SCR8_SSCR3460_.pdf	04/07/2026
SCR8_TESTIMONY_HHS-EIG_03-30-26_	https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/Testimony/SCR8_TESTIMONY_HHS-EIG_03-30-26_.PDF	03/31/2026
BillText	https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/bills/SCR8_.HTM	01/26/2026

Bill	Bill Name	Last Action	Type
HCR8	Urging The Counties To Act On Any Building Permit Application For Modification Of A Residence That Is Prescribed By A Licensed Health Care Provider And Found By The County To Be Essential To The Safety Or Health Of An Older Adult Or Person With A Disability Within Forty-five Days Of Receipt Of A Complete Application.	Referred to EIG/HHS.	Same As
SR10	Urging The Counties To Act On Any Building Permit Application For Modification Of A Residence That Is Prescribed By A Licensed Health Care Provider And Found By The County To Be Essential To The Safety Or Health Of An Older Adult Or Person With A Disability Within Forty-five Days Of Receipt Of A Complete Application.	Certified copies of resolutions sent, 05-12-26.	Same As

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Sponsors (5)

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Community Development and Housing Issues

Social Welfare

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