Transportation

in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 21, 2026

SB 1326: RELATING TO THE HAWAII COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY.

Authorizes the Hawaii Community Development Authority to cooperate with or assist public and private sector entities to engage in projects that improve the State. Establishes the transit-oriented development infrastructure improvement program. Repeals the transit-oriented development infrastructure improvement district and board, under chapter 206E, part X, HRS. Makes additional consistent revisions to chapter 206E.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationEstablishes Transit-Oriented Development Infrastructure Improvement Program, directly advancing transportation infrastructure and public transit access through state-funded projects.90% confidence

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passed both · Hawaii · Senate Apr 17, 2026

SB 1120: RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.

Requires the Department of Transportation to conduct a feasibility study on implementing a clean fuel standard for alternative fuels in the State. Requires, no later than 1/1/2028, the Department of Transportation to adopt rules governing a clean fuel standard for alternative fuels in the State. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyRequires DOT to study and adopt clean fuel standard for alternative fuels, promoting renewable energy infrastructure and reducing fossil fuel dependence per bill's mandate.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRequires clean fuel standard feasibility study and rules adoption, targeting greenhouse gas reduction through alternative fuels95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequires DOT feasibility study and rules for clean fuel standard, promoting sustainable transportation through alternative fuels and greenhouse gas reduction.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Transportation Funding

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in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 5, 2026

HB 2373: RELATING TO PUBLIC TRANSIT.

HB 2373 establishes a two-year pilot program providing free public transit rides ("Keiki Fare-Free") for children (defined as under 18) on Oahu and Kauai. The bill directly affects young riders using public transit on those islands, eliminating fare costs for this group during the pilot period. It includes specific funding appropriations to cover the cost of the free rides, ensuring the program is financially supported. The legislation focuses on making transit more accessible for families and children in these specific locations, with no broader statewide implementation planned.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates specific appropriations to fund free transit for children, increasing public service spending per its summary and subjects.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds free public transit for children under 18 on Oahu/Kauai via pilot program, directly expanding access and funding public transit services as per bill's appropriation and purpose.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Transit

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Feb 17, 2026

SB 2027: RELATING TO SUSTAINABLE AVIATION FUEL TAX CREDIT.

Establishes a tax credit for sustainable aviation fuel distribution in Hawaii to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Provides $1 per gallon, increasing by 2 cents per additional 1 per cent emissions reduction, up to $2 per gallon. Caps total credits at $20,000,000 annually, with carryover provisions. Requires reporting to ensure transparency and compliance. Applies to taxable years after December 31, 2025, and sunsets on December 31, 2035.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEstablishes a new tax credit mechanism ($1-$2/gal) with annual cap ($20M), directly implementing tax policy to incentivize sustainable aviation fuel under state fiscal framework.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyProvides tax credit for sustainable aviation fuel to reduce emissions, promoting renewable energy adoption in aviation sector.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly establishes tax credits to reduce greenhouse gas emissions via sustainable aviation fuel, with incentives tied to emissions reductions and capped funding for environmental compliance.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationEstablishes tax credit for sustainable aviation fuel to reduce emissions, directly promoting sustainable transportation practices within aviation infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Climate Change Airports Transportation Funding

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in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 5, 2026

HB 2081: RELATING TO COMMERCIAL DRIVER LICENSING.

Requires that state and county firefighters exempt from commercial driver licensure be subject to an alcohol and substance abuse policy for employees that is equivalent to, or exceeds the provisions of, the safety and health standards established by the United States Department of Transportation for holders of commercial driver's licenses.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates alcohol/substance abuse policies for firefighters equivalent to DOT safety standards, strengthening workplace safety protections for workers.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequires firefighters to follow DOT-equivalent safety policies, enhancing commercial vehicle safety standards per federal transportation regulations.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Professional Licensing Driver Licensing

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 21, 2026

SB 1115: RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION SAFETY.

Requires the driver's license examination to test the applicant's knowledge of the dangers that larger motor vehicles present to pedestrians and bicyclists. Requires persons who commit the offense of excessively speeding or habitually driving while intoxicated to retake and pass the driver's license examination for each offense.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety by mandating driver knowledge of pedestrian/bicyclist dangers and requiring retesting for DUI/speeding offenses, directly aligning with safety enhancement indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licensing Traffic Safety

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in committee · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 821: RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.

Requires the City and County of Honolulu to transfer to the State the City and County of Honolulu's authority to construct a Makakilo Drive extension. Appropriates moneys.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAppropriates moneys for Makakilo Drive extension construction, advancing road infrastructure project.95% confidence

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in committee · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 1448: RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE NINETEENTH REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.

HB 1448 allocates state funds for capital improvement projects, such as infrastructure upgrades, in the Nineteenth Representative District. It directly affects residents and local projects within that district by providing financial resources for physical improvements like roads or public facilities. The bill’s key mechanism is a straightforward funding appropriation, without introducing new regulations or requirements. As a fiscal measure, it does not change existing laws but directs state money toward specific district needs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates state funds for infrastructure projects in a specific district, directly increasing budgetary allocation for public facilities without tax changes.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAllocates state funds for infrastructure upgrades including roads/public facilities in Nineteenth District, directly funding transportation infrastructure improvements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations

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in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 10, 2026

HB 1797: RELATING TO AUTONOMOUS VEHICLES.

Requires an automated vehicle used by a motor carrier to transport passengers commercially to have a human supervisor present in the vehicle. Establishes an income tax credit to incentivize the training of supervisors for autonomous vehicles. Sunsets 12/31/2036. Applies to taxable years beginning after 12/31/2026. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEstablishes income tax credit for supervisor training, providing tax relief and incentivizing workforce development within fiscal policy framework.95% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyRequires human supervisor in autonomous vehicles, restricting full autonomy deployment per bill's mandate.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates human supervisors for autonomous vehicle safety and incentivizes supervisor training via tax credit, enhancing transportation safety standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Tax Credits Autonomous Vehicles Driver Licensing

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passed both · Hawaii · House Apr 17, 2026

HB 1161: RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.

Beginning 7/1/2028, authorizes a county to impose a mileage-based road usage charge on electric vehicles. Provides and requires a county to establish the rate of the road usage charge. Repeals the requirement for the Department of Transportation to establish county subaccounts within the State Highway Fund. Clarifies the disposition of funds for state mileage-based road usage charge. Clarifies the rate and calculation of the state mileage-based road usage charge. Specifies that rental motor vehicle companies may visibly pass the costs of the mileage-based road usage charges to the consumer. Expands allowable uses of the State Highway and Highway Funds. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates mileage-based tax on EVs to fund transportation, ensuring revenue for road maintenance and promoting fiscal responsibility through clarified fund disposition.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAuthorizes county mileage-based charges on EVs for transportation funding, creating new revenue stream for infrastructure maintenance and highway fund management.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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