Transportation

passed · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 738: RELATING TO HISTORIC PRESERVATION.

Creates a process for expediting the review of majority-residential mixed-use transit-oriented development or residential transit-oriented development on certain parcels within county-designated transit-oriented development zones that have a low risk of affecting historically significant resources. Authorizes lead agencies, including county governments, to make determinations on the potential effects of a project. Creates a ninety-day limit, or thirty-day if no historic property is to be affected, to concur or not concur with project effect determinations. Exempts projects with written concurrence from further review unless there is a change to the project or additional historic properties, aviation artifacts, or burial sites are identified within the project area. Establishes notice and reporting requirements if there is a change to the project or additional historic properties, aviation artifacts, or burial sites are identified within the project area after the initial written concurrence. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2)

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFacilitates transit-oriented development approvals, promoting public transit access and sustainable transportation infrastructure through expedited review processes in designated zones.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Airports

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in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 24, 2026

HB 1915: RELATING TO INJURIOUS MATERIALS.

HB 1915 makes it illegal to place, drop, or leave dangerous materials (like debris or hazardous substances) on public roads, including highways, streets, and alleys. This directly affects drivers, construction crews, and anyone using public roadways who might accidentally or intentionally leave such materials. The bill’s key provision is a clear prohibition on these actions, aiming to improve road safety by reducing hazards for all travelers. It does not specify penalties or enforcement details in the provided abstract.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationProhibits hazardous materials on roads to enhance safety, directly advancing transportation safety standards per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways Traffic Safety

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Feb 4, 2026

SB 2091: RELATING TO SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS.

Requires the Department of Education to establish a School Bus Driver Recruitment Grant Program. Establishes a School Bus Driver Recruitment Special Fund. Establishes a Repayment Signing Bonus Program. Establishes a School Bus Driver Outreach and Pathway Program. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill appropriates funds to establish recruitment programs for school bus drivers, ensuring transportation access critical for K-12 student attendance and school operations, directly supporting educational access infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds school bus driver recruitment program, supporting transportation safety and operations within vehicle regulation scope80% confidence

Sub-Topics School Transportation Driver Licensing Public Transit

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Feb 10, 2026

SB 2954: RELATING TO TRAFFIC SAFETY.

Requires the Department of Transportation to complete and publish a traffic engineering study before installing specified traffic safety devices or changing posted speed limits on state highways. Establishes a publicly accessible dashboard for requests, studies, decisions, and public comments. Requires annual reporting to the Legislature.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates traffic engineering studies before safety device installations/speed changes, enhancing road safety through transparency and public input. Directly aligns with 'enhances transportation safety' indicator.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Pedestrian Safety Roads & Highways Traffic Safety

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in committee · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 886: RELATING TO TRAFFIC.

Provides that if a law enforcement officer lawfully stops a motor vehicle and the operator is cited for driving without a valid license, the officer shall not permit the operator to resume the use of the motor vehicle. Requires the motor vehicle to be moved by a licensed driver or towed at the owner's expense. Provides that the cited operator is responsible for arranging the operator's transportation from the scene of the stop.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationEnforces safety by requiring licensed driver or towing for unlicensed operators, preventing immediate vehicle reoperation during traffic stops.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licensing

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in committee · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 486: RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.

Prohibits the removal of a manufacturer- or factory-installed speed limiting device from an electric bicycle. Requires the Department of Transportation to develop a traffic safety education program and a public awareness campaign. Appropriate funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequires DOT to develop traffic safety education and public awareness campaign for electric bicycles, enhancing transportation safety through mandated programs and funding.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure Traffic Safety

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passed · Hawaii · Senate Feb 12, 2026

SB 2691: RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION AFFORDABILITY.

Requires the Department of Transportation to establish a Clean Vehicle Rebate Program to provide rebates for the purchase or lease of certain new and used zero-emission vehicles and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles. Establishes the Clean Vehicle Special Fund. Requires an annual report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 1/1/2027. (SD1)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates transportation affordability tax to fund clean vehicle rebates and special fund, directly advancing fiscal policy for transportation programs.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyPromotes zero-emission vehicles via rebates and clean vehicle fund, directly advancing renewable energy adoption and reducing fossil fuel dependence through energy security tax.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentEstablishes clean vehicle rebates for zero-emission vehicles to reduce transportation emissions, directly advancing environmental protection through clean energy promotion.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationEstablishes clean vehicle rebates and special fund to promote sustainable transportation infrastructure through zero-emission vehicle incentives.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Recycling Electric Vehicles Transportation Funding Vehicle Registration

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passed · Hawaii · Senate Feb 18, 2026

SB 3313: RELATING TO INTERISLAND AIR SERVICE.

Establishes a Hawaii Interisland Air Service Stability and Transformation Program to be administered by the Department of Taxation. Requires a covered interisland air service operator to issue an equity interest to the State as a condition of participation in the Hawaii Interisland Air Service Stability and Transformation Program. Establishes the Interisland Air Service Stability and Transformation Tax Credit. Sunsets 6/30/2036. (SD1)

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill creates Hawaii Interisland Air Service Stability Program with tax credit to support air transportation infrastructure, directly addressing interisland transportation as a core subject.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Airports

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in committee · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 1240: RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE THIRTEENTH REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.

HB 1240 appropriates state funds for capital improvement projects (such as infrastructure or facility upgrades) specifically within the Thirteenth Representative District. This bill directly affects residents and local projects in that district by providing dedicated funding for physical improvements. The key mechanism is a budget allocation, directing state resources to eligible projects in the district without altering existing laws or creating new requirements. The bill is currently pending in the 2026 Regular Session after being introduced in January 2025.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates state funds for district infrastructure projects, directly advancing budget appropriations for public improvements within the specified district.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill appropriates state funds for capital infrastructure projects in a specific district, directly funding transportation-related infrastructure improvements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget

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passed both · Hawaii · Senate Apr 17, 2026

SB 106: RELATING TO PEDESTRIANS.

Establishes a three-year Pedestrian Safety Pilot Program in a county with population of two hundred fifty thousand or less, under certain conditions. Authorizes the Governor to revoke and abolish the Pilot Program and overturn a county's request to opt-out of the Pilot Program. Authorizes a county with a population of over two hundred fifty thousand to participate in the Pilot Program, subject to certain conditions. Requires reports to the Legislature. Requires a driver of a vehicle to yield to a pedestrian when the pedestrian clearly indicates their intention to cross a roadway within a crosswalk. Sunsets 6/30/2028. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2)

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates driver yielding to pedestrians and establishes a safety pilot program, directly advancing transportation safety standards within infrastructure policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Pedestrian Safety Roads & Highways

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