Informing the Legislature that on May 28, 2024, the Governor signed the following bill into law: SB2834 SD1 HD2 CD1 (ACT 033).

This message informs the Hawaii Legislature that Governor Josh Green signed SB2834 into law on May 28, 2024, adding new rules to the state landlord-tenant code regarding what happens when a tenant dies. The bill requires landlords to notify a designated representative, the tenant's estate, or a family member about the death and the upcoming termination of the lease. It also outlines specific steps for handling the deceased tenant's personal property, allowing the landlord to sell, store, or donate items after the lease ends if no one claims them. Additionally, the law grants authorized representatives access to the rental unit within fifteen days to retrieve the deceased tenant's belongings.