HB 1161 Summary

• Requires board members of condominium associations, cooperative housing corporations, and planned community associations to complete mandatory training within 90 days of election or appointment.

• Board members must either certify in writing that they have read the association's governing documents (articles of incorporation, bylaws, declaration, and house rules) or obtain a board leader course completion certificate from the Community Associations Institute or similar nationally recognized organization.

• Associations must retain written certifications or course completion certificates for each board member for the duration of their term.

• Applies to Section 421I-3 (cooperative housing corporations), Section 421J-3 (planned community associations), and Section 514B-106 (condominiums).

• Takes effect July 1, 2023.