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HI HB201

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/16/2025

Primary Sponsor

Linda Ichiyama

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Appropriates unspecified funds from general revenues for fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 to supplement the salary of the State Fire Marshal position (1.00 FTE)

  • Responds to the August 8, 2023 Lahaina fire disaster, which caused significant loss of life and widespread destruction of homes and businesses

  • References the Fire Safety Research Institute's Lahaina Fire Incident Analysis Report, which recommended greater responsibilities for the State Fire Marshal position

  • Builds upon Act 209 (Session Laws of Hawaii 2024), which established the Office of the State Fire Marshal and initially funded the position for fiscal year 2024-2025

  • Funds to be expended by the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations; effective date set for July 1, 3000 (placeholder date)

Legislative Description

Relating To The State Fire Marshal.

Appropriation ($)

Last Action

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.

12/8/2025

Committee Referrals

Public Safety1/30/2025
Labor & Public Employment1/21/2025

Full Bill Text

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