Transportation

signed · Hawaii · House Jun 26, 2026

HB 1881: RELATING TO LAND USE.

HB 1881 prohibits the construction and operation of passenger ropeways on mountain lands within all designated land use districts across the state. This bill directly affects developers, landowners, and tourism operators seeking to build such infrastructure in mountainous areas. The key provision bans ropeways universally in all land use districts, removing exceptions for specific zones or projects. The bill is currently pending a committee hearing (WAL) as of February 2026, with no final action taken yet.

Topics ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationProhibits passenger ropeways, a transportation infrastructure, restricting development in mountain areas per bill's key provision.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Transportation

signed · Hawaii · Senate Jun 26, 2026

SB 3029: RELATING TO COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT.

Requires each county, in collaboration with the Hawaii Community Development Authority, 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. Authorizes each county to consult with the Department of Health. Requires each county to submit an initial proposal to HCDA. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. (CD1)

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRepurposes roads for pedestrian/cyclist use, promoting sustainable transportation through community-driven active mobility initiatives.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Transportation

passed · Hawaii · House Mar 19, 2026

HB 1739: RELATING TO TRANSIT-ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT.

Requires the development of transit-supportive densities to be allowed in any county-designated transit-oriented development area. Prohibits the counties from enacting an ordinance, rule, regulation, development standard, zoning provision, or other land use control that restricts the development of transit-supportive densities. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2)

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill prohibits restrictions on transit-supportive densities in TOD zones, enabling higher-density housing development. This directly advances housing development by removing barriers to building more units near transit.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationProhibits county restrictions on transit-supportive densities in TOD zones, enabling higher-density development near transit to promote sustainable transportation use and infrastructure integration.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Transportation

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passed · Hawaii · House Feb 20, 2026

HB 1641: RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.

HB 1641 bans the sale, lease, rental, distribution, possession, or operation of high-speed electric bicycles. It directly affects individuals who own or use these bikes and businesses that sell or rent them. The bill establishes specific penalties for violating these prohibitions. This legislation creates a clear legal restriction on high-speed e-bike activities within the state.

Topics ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBans high-speed e-bike operations/sales, directly restricting vehicle use under transportation regulations per bill's prohibitions.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Transportation

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in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 20, 2026

HB 2026: RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.

Restricts motor vehicles that tow a motor vehicle or trailer from the far left lane on roads with three or more lanes going in the same direction, with exemptions. Specifies penalties for restricted motor vehicles who drive in the far left lane on roads with three or more lanes moving in the same direction. Applies restrictions and penalties to a county with a population of 500,000 or more. (HD1)

Topics ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationRestricts oversized vehicles from left lanes with penalties, imposing new limitations on transportation operations rather than advancing infrastructure or safety.92% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Transportation

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in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 19, 2026

HB 1882: RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLES.

HB 1882 exempts motorcycles and passenger cars from mandatory safety inspections. This change directly affects motorcycle and passenger car owners who would no longer need to undergo regular safety checks. The bill removes the requirement for these vehicles to pass safety inspections, which are typically mandated for other vehicle types. The policy change simplifies vehicle compliance for these owners without altering other vehicle safety rules.

Topics ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationRemoves mandatory safety inspections for motorcycles/passenger cars, weakening vehicle safety standards under transportation regulations.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Transportation

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