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HI HB885
Bill
Status
1/23/2025
Primary Sponsor
Gene Ward
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AI Summary
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Establishes the "Discounts for Risk Mitigations Program" requiring property insurers to offer premium discounts to condominium associations that make upgrades to reduce risk profiles
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Qualifying risk mitigation measures include fire-resistant improvements (fire-resistant roofs, vents, enclosed eaves, noncombustible materials within 5 feet of buildings), creating defensible space, and clearing vegetation and combustible materials
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Additional qualifying upgrades include flood barriers, drainage improvements, sprinkler systems, seismic improvements, and impact-resistant or multipane windows
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Associations implementing annual maintenance plans for structural inspections, roofing, sealing/waterproofing, HVAC, plumbing, and fire/safety systems also qualify for discounts
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Requires the Insurance Commissioner to adopt rules specifying discount amounts for each mitigation measure and any additional qualifying actions; effective July 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating To Insurance.
Condominiums
Last Action
Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
12/8/2025