HI HB353

Appropriates funds to the Office of the Governor, in collaboration with the Insurance Division of the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, to administer hurricane fortification grants for fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 (specific amount not stated in bill text).

Provides grants to low-income residents earning 80 percent or less of area median income to fortify their residential properties against hurricanes, with grant amounts of $25,000 to $50,000 for houses and $10,000 for condominiums.

Authorizes grants to condominium associations to cover costs of hurricane-resistant windows and doors capable of withstanding 200 miles per hour sustained winds for units owned by residents earning 80 percent or less of area median income.

Requires applicants to certify they will not apply for any other funds for hurricane fortification of residential real property.

Takes effect July 1, 2025.