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Hawaii Senate Bill SCR146

Hawaii 2023 Regular Session

Hawaii Senate Bill SCR146

Introduced
3/10/23  

Caption

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.

Impact

The bill seeks to amend the composition of the Contractors License Board to require representation from specialty contractors specifically skilled in critical trades such as structural welding, masonry, and carpentry framing. This change is expected to enhance the board's ability to make informed decisions that directly affect the structural integrity of buildings constructed in Hawaii. Furthermore, it calls into question existing practices where general contractor licenses automatically convey multiple specialty classifications without additional examination.

Summary

SCR146 is a Senate Concurrent Resolution in Hawaii that advocates for the inclusion of at least two members with expertise in specialty structural contracting on the Contractors License Board. The legislation emphasizes the importance of having specialized contractors on the board to protect public health, safety, and welfare in the construction industry. This initiative arises from the recognition that construction industry review boards, such as the Contractors License Board, play a crucial role in overseeing the licensing and qualification of contractors to ensure proper standards are upheld.

Contention

Notable points of contention surrounding SCR146 include the considerations regarding the current automatic issuance of specialty licenses along with general contractor licenses. Some stakeholders may argue that the existing system is sufficient to guarantee adequate oversight, while proponents of SCR146 contend that without specific representation on the board from qualified specialty contractors, public safety could be compromised. Additionally, the resolution suggests the potential establishment of an advisory committee to focus on structural contracting issues, which may face varying opinions regarding its necessity and efficacy.

Latest SCR146 Activity

Companion Bills

HI HCR52

Same As 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

Same As 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.

Previously Filed As

HI SCR44

Requesting The Department Of Commerce And Consumer Affairs To Provide Information And Conduct Career-oriented Presentations For High School Juniors And Seniors In The State Regarding Professions Subject To Licensure And Certification By The Professional And Vocational Licensing Division.

HI SCR30

Requesting The Department Of Commerce And Consumer Affairs' Division Of Financial Institutions And The Hawaii Technology Development Corporation To Extend The Digital Currency Innovation Lab Pilot Project.

HI SCR156

Requesting The Department Of Commerce And Consumer Affairs To Convene A Task Force To Develop Legislation Granting Prescriptive Authority To Qualified Psychologists Practicing In The State Of Hawaii.

HI SCR31

Requesting The Department Of Commerce And Consumer Affairs To Create A Task Force To Study The Approval Of Blockchain Technology And Cryptocurrency In The State.

HI SCR70

Requesting The Director Of Commerce And Consumer Affairs To Establish And Convene A Pharmacy Reimbursement Working Group To Explore And Propose Legislation For The 2026 Legislative Session.

HI SCR48

Requesting That The Department Of Commerce And Consumer Affairs Compile Pertinent Data To Determine The Appropriate Scope Of A Study Analyzing Whether Implementation In This State Of Laws Similar To Captive Insurance Laws Of Massachusetts Would Address This State's Residential Condominium Property Insurance Needs.

HI SCR184

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 SCR222

Requesting The Office Of Consumer Protection Of The Department Of Commerce And Consumer Affairs To Convene A Task Force To Assess Issues Related To The Availability Of Payment Options From Tow Companies.

Similar Bills

HI SCR184

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 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 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 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.

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.

CA AB2874

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