HI SB2497

Requires the Hawaii Public Housing Authority to establish a dwelling insurance program for landlords renting property to tenants using the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program, with implementation beginning January 1 (specific year blank in document).

Directs the Hawaii Public Housing Authority to cooperate with the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to develop the framework for the insurance program.

Requires the Hawaii Public Housing Authority to submit findings, recommendations, and proposed legislation to the legislature no later than twenty days prior to the 2019 regular session.

Appropriates unspecified general revenues for fiscal year 2018-2019 to establish the program and fund necessary administrative positions (dollar amount blank in document).

Effective date set for July 1, 2050.