Informing the Legislature that on July 14, 2026, the Governor signed the following bill into law: SB2964 SD1 HD1 CD1 (ACT 256).
This bill requires homeowners insurance providers in Hawaii to send policyholders a notice every two years informing them that they can submit details about home improvements to update their coverage limits. If a homeowner reports upgrades that increase the cost to rebuild their house, the insurer must reevaluate the replacement cost and offer the option to purchase additional coverage to match that new estimate. The law also establishes penalties for insurance companies that fail to comply with these notification and reevaluation requirements. By ensuring policyholders are aware of potential underinsurance, the bill aims to help residents maintain adequate coverage without having to wait for a disaster to discover they are underinsured.
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Introduced Jul 14, 2026
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