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SB1498Introduced in the Senate

Relating To Common Interest Communities.

IntroducedSenate Commerce and Consumer Protection

Introduced by Troy Hashimoto, District 5

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Establishes an Ombudsman's Office for homeowner associations within the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs. Establishes an Ombudsman's Office Special Fund. Requires board members of condominium associations, cooperative housing corporations, and planned community associations to meet certain educational requirements through classes offered by the ombudsman. Updates statutes relating to condominium associations, cooperative housing corporations, and planned community associations to integrate the role and functions of the ombudsman's office for homeowner associations. Appropriates funds for establishment of the ombudsman's office.

Where it stands

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.

December 8, 2025

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Bill history

  1. Pending Introduction.

  2. Introduced and passed First Reading.

  3. Referred to CPN, WAM/JDC.

  4. Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.

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