Informing the Legislature that on July 9, 2025, the Governor signed the following bill into law: HB420 HD3 SD2 CD1 (ACT 308).

This bill establishes a 10-year deadline from construction completion for filing lawsuits about construction defects in Hawaii, but no later than two years after the defect was discovered. It also requires property owners to provide contractors with a 90-day written notice detailing the alleged defect before suing. These rules apply to defects in the design, construction, or remodeling of residential and commercial properties. The law directly affects homeowners, property owners, and contractors involved in building projects.