Hawaii HB353 provides grants to low-income residents and condominium associations to fortify homes and condos against hurricanes.

Hawaii HB353 aims to address the increasing threat of hurricanes due to climate change by providing grants to low-income residents and condominium associations to strengthen homes and condos against hurricanes. The bill allocates funds for fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 to offer grants ranging from $25,000 to $50,000 for houses and $10,000 for condominiums. The grants target low-income individuals earning up to 80% of the area median income, aiming to reduce vulnerability and potential homelessness after major hurricanes. The Act takes effect on July 1, 2025.

Hawaii HB353 provides grants to low-income residents and condominium associations to fortify homes and condos against hurricanes.

Hawaii HB353 aims to address the increasing threat of hurricanes due to climate change by providing grants to low-income residents and condominium associations to strengthen homes and condos against hurricanes. The bill allocates funds for fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 to offer grants ranging from $25,000 to $50,000 for houses and $10,000 for condominiums. The grants target low-income individuals earning up to 80% of the area median income, aiming to reduce vulnerability and potential homelessness after major hurricanes. The Act takes effect on July 1, 2025.