Hawaii 2022 Regular Session

Hawaii Senate Bill SCR184

Introduced
3/11/22  

Caption

Requesting The Director Of The Department Of Commerce And Consumer Affairs And The Contractors License Board To Ensure That The Contractors License Board Includes At Least Two Members With Expertise In Specialty Structural Contracting.

Impact

The resolution could significantly impact state laws governing the Contractors License Board by enhancing its composition and, consequently, its decision-making capabilities related to public safety in construction. Currently, the board is mandated to include five Specialty Contractors without specific requirements on their areas of expertise. SCR184 aims to rectify this by mandating representation from specialty contractors engaged in eight critical structural trades, which could lead to more stringent oversight of contractor qualifications and licensing standards.

Summary

SCR184 is a Senate Concurrent Resolution requesting the Director of the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, along with the Contractors License Board, to ensure that the board includes at least two members with expertise in specialty structural contracting. The resolution emphasizes the importance of representation from specialists in structural trades to enhance public safety and ensure the integrity of building projects in Hawaii. By requiring these members, the resolution seeks to ensure that the board is equipped to make informed decisions concerning the licensing and regulation of contractors involved in specialized construction areas.

Contention

A notable point of contention surrounding SCR184 may arise from the implications of modifying the existing composition of the Contractors License Board. Critics could argue that such changes may complicate board operations or that the qualifications required for board membership could limit the pool of available board members. Additionally, there may be concerns about the feasibility of implementing these changes and whether the current administrative rules adequately ensure public safety, which the resolution also requests the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to review.

Companion Bills

HI HCR90

Same As Requesting The Director Of The Department Of Commerce And Consumer Affairs And The Contractors License Board To Ensure That The Contractors License Board Includes At Least Two Members With Expertise In Specialty Structural Contracting.

HI SR177

Same As Requesting The Director Of The Department Of Commerce And Consumer Affairs And The Contractors License Board To Ensure That The Contractors License Board Includes At Least Two Members With Expertise In Specialty Structural Contracting.

Previously Filed As

HI SB1577

Relating To The Department Of Commerce And Consumer Affairs.

HI SCR82

Requesting The Director Of Commerce And Consumer Affairs To Convene A Working Group To Study And Devise Comprehensive Strategies To Restore Accessible Insurance Options To Residents And Commercial Businesses In Lava Zones 1 And 2.

HI SR68

Requesting The Director Of Commerce And Consumer Affairs To Convene A Working Group To Study And Devise Comprehensive Strategies To Restore Accessible Insurance Options To Residents And Commercial Businesses In Lava Zones 1 And 2.

HI HCR175

Requesting The Director Of Commerce And Consumer Affairs To Convene A Working Group To Study And Devise Comprehensive Strategies To Restore Accessible Insurance Options To Residents And Commercial Businesses In Lava Zones 1 And 2.

HI HR155

Requesting The Director Of Commerce And Consumer Affairs To Convene A Working Group To Study And Devise Comprehensive Strategies To Restore Accessible Insurance Options To Residents And Commercial Businesses In Lava Zones 1 And 2.

HI HB1743

Relating To Regulation By The Department Of Commerce And Consumer Affairs.

HI HCR119

Urging The Department Of Commerce And Consumer Affairs, In Collaboration With The Department Of The Attorney General, To Investigate And Regulate The Sale Of Tickets To Live Entertainment Events Under Its Authority To Protect Consumers Against Unfair Or Deceptive Acts Or Practices In The Conduct Of Any Commerce.

HI HR100

Urging The Department Of Commerce And Consumer Affairs, In Collaboration With The Department Of The Attorney General, To Investigate And Regulate The Sale Of Tickets To Live Entertainment Events Under Its Authority To Protect Consumers Against Unfair Or Deceptive Acts Or Practices In The Conduct Of Any Commerce.

HI HCR188

Urging The Department Of Education To Ensure That School Libraries And School Library Media Centers Are Staffed With Licensed School Librarians And Licensed School Library Media Specialists.

HI HB1633

Relating To Contractors.

Similar Bills

HI HR84

Requesting The Director Of The Department Of Commerce And Consumer Affairs And The Contractors License Board To Ensure That The Contractors License Board Includes At Least Two Members With Expertise In Specialty Structural Contracting.

HI SR177

Requesting The Director Of The Department Of Commerce And Consumer Affairs And The Contractors License Board To Ensure That The Contractors License Board Includes At Least Two Members With Expertise In Specialty Structural Contracting.

HI HCR90

Requesting The Director Of The Department Of Commerce And Consumer Affairs And The Contractors License Board To Ensure That The Contractors License Board Includes At Least Two Members With Expertise In Specialty Structural Contracting.

HI SCR146

Requesting The Department Of Commerce And Consumer Affairs And The Contractors License Board To Ensure That The Contractors License Board Includes At Least Two Members With Expertise In Specialty Structural Contracting.

HI SR213

Requesting The Department Of Commerce And Consumer Affairs And The Contractors License Board To Ensure That The Contractors License Board Includes At Least Two Members With Expertise In Specialty Structural Contracting.

HI HR54

Requesting The Department Of Commerce And Consumer Affairs And The Contractors License Board To Ensure That The Contractors License Board Includes At Least Two Members With Expertise In Specialty Structural Contracting.

HI HCR52

Requesting The Department Of Commerce And Consumer Affairs And The Contractors License Board To Ensure That The Contractors License Board Includes At Least Two Members With Expertise In Specialty Structural Contracting.

CA AB2874

Fire prevention: electrical utility facilities and maintenance: liability of contractors.