Transportation

in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 18, 2026

HB 1884: RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.

Authorizes the Department of Transportation to evaluate intersections for the installation of leading pedestrian intervals, accessible pedestrian signals, and other safety improvements, as necessary, at state-owned or operated pedestrian signal heads. Requires the Department of Transportation, in coordination with the counties, to develop a program that allows pedestrians and community members to request the installation of accessible pedestrian signals at specific intersections. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates funds for pedestrian safety program, directly funding a public service under budget allocation.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequires safety features and funds pedestrian signal installations, enhancing transportation safety infrastructure per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure Pedestrian Safety Roads & Highways

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in committee · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 1350: RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE SECOND REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.

HB 1350 appropriates state funds for physical upgrades like roads, buildings, or infrastructure in the Second Representative District. It directly affects residents and local projects within that specific geographic area by providing financial resources for capital improvements. The bill’s key mechanism is the allocation of dedicated funding, without specifying exact projects or requiring new regulations. As a funding measure, it does not change laws or policies but enables district-level development. (Note: This is a procedural funding bill, not a policy change.)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesHB 1350 appropriates state funds for capital improvements in a specific district, directly allocating budget resources for infrastructure projects without tax changes.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds road infrastructure improvements in Second District via capital appropriations, directly supporting transportation infrastructure as per bill's purpose and subjects.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget

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passed both · Hawaii · House Apr 17, 2026

HB 1260: RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.

Requires each county, in collaboration with the Department of Transportation, to establish a Summer Streets Pilot Program that closes vehicular traffic and repurposes roads for pedestrian and cyclist use, outdoor events, and other community-driven activities. Requires each county to submit an initial proposal to the Director of Transportation. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Repeals on 6/30/2027. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD2)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates funds for the Summer Streets Pilot Program, directly allocating state budget resources to a new initiative, aligning with funding support for public programs.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAppropriates funds for pedestrian/cyclist infrastructure, repurposing roads from vehicular to community use - directly promotes sustainable transportation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure Pedestrian Safety

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signed · Hawaii · House May 19, 2026

HB 1163: RELATING TO COMMERCIAL DRIVERS LICENSING.

Amends requirements to commercial driver's license qualification standards to meet current federal regulations to allow the State to issue a non-domiciled commercial learner's permit and non‑domiciled commercial driver's license for applicants who are unable to provide proof of citizenship or lawful permanent residency. (CD1)

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationAllows non-domiciled CDLs for immigrants without citizenship proof, enabling access to driver's license services per federal compliance.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAmends commercial driver licensing to meet federal safety regulations (FMCSA), enhancing transportation safety standards under Department of Transportation oversight.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization Driver Licenses & IDs Driver Licensing Freight

in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 21, 2026

SB 1485: RELATING TO AUTOMATED SPEED ENFORCEMENT SYSTEMS PROGRAM.

Appropriates funds out of the State Highway Fund for deposit into the Automated Speed Enforcement Systems Program Special Fund and apporitates funds out of the Automated Speed Enforcement Systems Program Special Fund for fiscal year 2025-2026.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds automated speed enforcement systems via State Highway Fund, directly enhancing road safety and transportation infrastructure management.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways Traffic Safety

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