Transportation

signed · Hawaii · House May 28, 2026

HB 469: RELATING TO PARKING FOR DISABLED PERSONS.

Requires the Disability and Communication Access Board to issue a disability travel placard to an applicant who has a valid removeable windshield placard or disabled paid parking exemption permit but does not have a valid special license plate, and provides proof of travel. (SD2)

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill ensures accessible parking for disabled persons, enhancing transportation accessibility and safety under vehicle regulations.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

passed · Hawaii · House May 27, 2026

HB 2415: RELATING TO TRAFFIC SAFETY.

HB 2415 appropriates state funds to the Department of Transportation for installing pedestrian safety improvements (like crosswalks or signage) at locations directly adjacent to school properties. It also directs the department to consider implementing similar safety measures at other high-risk sites beyond school areas. The bill would require the Department of Transportation to use these allocated funds for specific traffic safety projects, effective July 1, 3000. This policy change directly affects school communities and pedestrians near schools by directing state resources toward physical safety infrastructure.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates state funds for DOT traffic safety projects, directly allocating budget resources to a public safety program.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill funds traffic safety improvements (crosswalks, signage) at school properties to enhance student safety and access, directly supporting school infrastructure and educational access per Safe Routes to School initiative.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill appropriates state funds for DOT to install pedestrian safety infrastructure (crosswalks/signage) at schools/high-risk sites, directly funding transportation safety projects to enhance infrastructure.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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passed · Hawaii · House Apr 2, 2026

HR 73: REQUESTING THE PLANNING OR PLANNING AND PERMITTING DEPARTMENT OF EACH COUNTY TO ESTABLISH KUPUNA-FRIENDLY BUILDING PERMIT REQUIREMENTS FOR PARKING ACCESSIBILITY AND PRIVATE BUSINESSES OPERATING HOURS.

This bill is a House Resolution that asks county planning departments in Hawaii to create building permit requirements focused on accessibility for older adults, known as kupuna. It would require private businesses and shopping centers to offer special hours for kupuna to enter their premises and increase the number of parking spaces designated for both disabled and non-disabled older adults. The resolution does not mandate these changes directly but formally requests counties to consider them when updating their planning regulations. The measure aims to improve community access for an aging population by addressing parking availability and business operating hours.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill improves accessibility for older adults in healthcare settings by requiring parking accommodations and special business hours, enhancing patient access to services.75% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill promotes accessibility and parking for older adults, enhancing housing quality and inclusivity for kupuna75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill requests establishment of kupuna-friendly parking accessibility and business hours, enhancing transportation accessibility for older adults75% confidence | Rep's Stance Voted absent

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passed both · Hawaii · House Mar 30, 2026

HB 1780: RELATING TO STUDENT TRANSPORTATION.

Requires the Department of Education to establish a student bus fare rate system that includes free school bus passes for students who meet certain statutory requirements. Requires reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/31/2055. (SD1)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates funds for free student bus passes for low-income families, directly funding an essential public service program under the Free and Reduced Price Lunch Program.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationProvides free bus passes for FRL-eligible students, removing transportation barriers and expanding access to K-12 education through direct funding.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAppropriates funds for student bus fare system with free passes for eligible students, directly funding and expanding school transportation services.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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passed · Hawaii · House Mar 12, 2026

HB 2454: RELATING TO SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL.

Requires the Department of Transportation to administer the Safe Routes to School Program. Amends the purposes for which funds of the Safe Routes to School Special Fund may be used for. Establishes deadlines for when funds from Safe Routes to School Special Fund that are allocated to the counties should be obligated or expended by. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2)

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationClarifies eligibility and accountability for Safe Routes to School funding, ensuring proper use of existing resources to support student access and safety in K-12 education.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill improves accountability for Safe Routes to School funding, directly enhancing transportation safety infrastructure for students.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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passed · Hawaii · House Feb 19, 2026

HB 1879: RELATING TO PUBLIC TRANSIT.

Establishes within the Department of Transportation a subsidized youth transit program for youth who are residents of the State, to be coordinated with the counties. Authorizes the Department to adopt rules, expand eligibility, and consult with the Department of Education on best practices, under certain conditions. Establishes the Subsidized Youth Transit Program Special Fund. Requires biannual evaluations of the new program and Special Fund. Allocates funds from the Environmental Response, Energy, and Food Security Tax to the Subsidized Youth Transit Program Special Fund. Appropriates funds into and out of the Subsidized Youth Transit Program Special Fund. Requires reports to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates tax revenues (environmental response, energy, food security) to fund a new public transit program special fund, directly advancing budgetary appropriations for public services.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill allocates environmental response tax to youth transit program, reducing emissions by promoting public transit use.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAllocates environmental/energy tax funds to establish fare-free youth transit program, expanding public transit access and funding within DOT.95% confidence | Rep's Stance Voted absent

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passed · Hawaii · House Feb 19, 2026

HB 2179: RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.

Requires, rather than authorizes, the Department of Education to develop and administer a Traffic Safety Education Program. Requires the Department of Education's Traffic Safety Education program to include electric bicycles. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2)

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands DOE's existing Traffic Safety Education program to include e-bikes, enhancing student safety within educational context as part of student programs.80% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationExpands traffic safety education to include e-bikes, enhancing transportation safety standards per bill's mandate.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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in committee · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 861: RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.

Designates student transportation as critical infrastructure and a critical service for Hawaii's public education system. Requires all school bus contracts between the State and the contractor to include certain standards, performance metrics, and accountability requirements to prevent service disruptions. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationDesignates student transportation as critical infrastructure, ensuring reliable access to schools and preventing service disruptions that impact educational access.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationDesignates student transportation as critical infrastructure with mandatory standards to prevent service disruptions, strengthening transportation system reliability and accountability.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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in committee · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 288: RELATING TO SCHOOL BUS SERVICES.

Authorizes the Department of Education to use alternative vehicles for student transportation under certain conditions. Allows the Department of Education to institute a staggered school hours program in public schools. Appropriates funds for the purchase of alternative vehicles and individuals to obtain CDL licensure. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates funds for school bus alternatives and CDL training, directly funding public education transportation services under budget allocation.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAppropriates funds for school transportation infrastructure (alternative vehicles, CDL licensure), directly supporting educational access and student mobility to schools.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAppropriates funds for alternative vehicles and CDL licensure, directly supporting school transportation infrastructure and safety under DOT/DOE oversight.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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passed · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 683: RELATING TO STUDENT TRANSPORTATION.

Establishes and appropriates funds for student transportation coordinators positions within the Department of Education to strengthen student transportation services across the State. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates funds for student transportation coordinators, increasing state budget allocation for education services.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAppropriates funds for student transportation coordinators to strengthen K-12 transportation services, directly supporting school operational infrastructure and access.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAppropriates funds for student transportation coordinators to strengthen services, directly funding transportation infrastructure within education.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Transportation

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