Transportation

passed · Hawaii · House Apr 2, 2026

HR 48: URGING THE COUNTIES TO INTEGRATE THE SAFE SYSTEM APPROACH INTO ROAD AND TRANSPORTATION DESIGN, ESPECIALLY WHEN REDUCING OR ELIMINATING OFF-STREET PARKING REQUIREMENTS, TO INCREASE PEDESTRIAN SAFETY.

This House Resolution urges Hawaii's four counties to incorporate the Safe System Approach into road and transportation design, particularly when reducing or eliminating off-street parking requirements to improve pedestrian safety. The resolution highlights that removing parking mandates has increased on-street parking, which blocks visibility and forces pedestrians, including children and vulnerable residents, to walk on roadways without sidewalks. It calls for infrastructure improvements such as enhanced crosswalks, pedestrian refuge islands, and better road markings to protect people walking and biking. The measure is non-binding and directs copies to county mayors, council chairs, and transportation directors to encourage policy consideration.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill promotes pedestrian safety through improved road design and Safe System Approach, enhancing transportation infrastructure and safety standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Pedestrian Safety Roads & Highways

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passed · Hawaii · House Apr 2, 2026

HR 54: URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, AND CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO ENSURE THE SAFETY OF MILILANI ʻIKE ELEMENTARY STUDENTS USING SCHOOL CROSSWALKS.

This House Resolution urges the Hawaii Department of Transportation, Department of Education, and City and County of Honolulu to improve safety at the Mililani 'Ike Elementary School crosswalk where students face traffic risks. The bill requests specific safety measures including speed bumps, warning signage, and a solar-powered rapid flashing crosswalk sign to alert drivers. It also asks for a "STOP Here for Pedestrians" sign to be installed up to fifty feet before the crosswalk. The resolution is directed at state and local officials to implement these visibility and speed reduction measures at the intersection of Mehe'ula Parkway and Kuao'a Street.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill improves school infrastructure and student safety at elementary school crosswalk, directly supporting education by protecting students.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances pedestrian safety through improved crosswalk infrastructure, speed bumps, and warning signage at school zone.95% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education School Safety School Transportation Pedestrian Safety

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passed · Hawaii · House Apr 2, 2026

HCR 70: URGING THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO ESTABLISH A MAKAKILO DRIVE EXTENSION TASK FORCE.

This bill urges the City and County of Honolulu to create a task force to advance the Makakilo Drive extension project in west Oahu. The task force would include city officials and two residents from the local area to coordinate planning, resolve regulatory delays, and ensure the project follows sustainability and transparency standards. Members would submit quarterly progress reports to city and state officials and the group would operate until June 2028 or after eight quarterly reports are submitted.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill urges creation of task force to advance Makakilo Drive extension project, improving road infrastructure and resolving regulatory delays for transportation development.92% confidence

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passed · Hawaii · House Apr 10, 2026

HCR 125: REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO COORDINATE WITH UTILITY PROVIDERS OPERATING WITHIN STATE HIGHWAY RIGHTS-OF-WAY TO DEVELOP A COMPREHENSIVE STATEWIDE PLAN AND SCHEDULE TO ADDRESS DERELICT OR AGING UTILITY POLES AND LINES ALONG FARRINGTON HIGHWAY AND OTHER HIGH-RISK CORRIDORS.

This bill requests the Department of Transportation to work with utility companies to create a statewide plan for addressing aging or abandoned utility poles and lines along Farrington Highway and other high-risk road corridors. The key provisions ask the department to organize assessments of infrastructure, develop repair or removal schedules, prioritize areas with high traffic or wildfire risks, and clarify who is responsible for funding and maintenance. The bill also directs the department to review existing laws regarding utility maintenance obligations and submit a detailed report to the Legislature by early 2027 outlining findings and recommendations.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill strengthens transportation infrastructure safety by addressing aging utility poles along highways, enhancing road corridor safety and maintenance coordination.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

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passed · Hawaii · House Apr 2, 2026

HCR 159: URGING THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO TAKE NECESSARY STEPS TO FINALIZE, PRIORITIZE, AND MATERIALIZE THE MAKAKILO DRIVE EXTENSION PROJECT.

This bill urges the City and County of Honolulu to finalize and prioritize the Makakilo Drive Extension Project to address growing traffic congestion in the Makakilo and Kapolei areas. It requests that city officials complete planning updates, secure funding, and move the project into the design and construction phases. The resolution asks the city to submit a progress report with a timeline to the Legislature by early 2027. This measure does not allocate funds or mandate action but serves as a formal request for the city to advance the project.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill urges finalization and prioritization of Makakilo Drive Extension to address traffic congestion, directly supporting transportation infrastructure improvement.90% confidence

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passed · Hawaii · House Apr 2, 2026

HR 64: URGING THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO ESTABLISH A MAKAKILO DRIVE EXTENSION TASK FORCE.

This bill urges the City and County of Honolulu to create a task force dedicated to advancing the Makakilo Drive extension project in west Oahu. The task force would include city officials and two local residents from west Oahu to coordinate planning, resolve regulatory delays, and ensure the project follows sustainability and transparency standards. Members would submit quarterly reports to city and state officials and the group would dissolve by June 2028 or after eight reports, whichever comes first.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill establishes task force to advance Makakilo Drive extension project, improving road infrastructure and resolving regulatory delays for transportation development.90% confidence

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passed · Hawaii · House Apr 2, 2026

HR 62: REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES TO COORDINATE THE TRANSFER OF SMALL BOAT HARBORS BACK TO THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND TO ESTABLISH A MANAGEMENT TEAM TO DEVELOP TRANSITION PLANS.

This House Resolution asks the Hawaii Department of Transportation and Department of Land and Natural Resources to work together on returning the state's small boat harbors to the Department of Transportation. The bill directs these two agencies to create a management team that will develop detailed plans for transferring staff, operations, and assets back to the Department of Transportation. The management team must prepare a report with recommendations for any needed legislation by early 2027 to ensure the transition happens smoothly without disrupting harbor services. This resolution serves as a planning step rather than an immediate transfer, as full legal authority changes would require separate legislation.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill seeks to coordinate transfer of small boat harbors to DOT, strengthening transportation infrastructure management and operations.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Ports

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passed · Hawaii · House Apr 9, 2026

HR 117: REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO COORDINATE WITH UTILITY PROVIDERS OPERATING WITHIN STATE HIGHWAY RIGHTS-OF-WAY TO DEVELOP A COMPREHENSIVE STATEWIDE PLAN AND SCHEDULE TO ADDRESS DERELICT OR AGING UTILITY POLES AND LINES ALONG FARRINGTON HIGHWAY AND OTHER HIGH-RISK CORRIDORS.

This bill requests the Hawaii Department of Transportation to work with utility companies to create a statewide plan for fixing or removing old and unsafe utility poles and power lines along Farrington Highway and other high-risk road areas. The plan would involve assessing the condition of aging infrastructure, prioritizing repairs based on safety risks like wildfire potential and traffic volume, and establishing clear rules for who is responsible for maintenance and funding. The Department of Transportation must submit a detailed report to the Legislature by the start of the 2027 session outlining the proposed schedule, responsible parties, and any legal barriers to implementation. This resolution does not mandate immediate action but sets up a framework for coordinated planning between state agencies and private utility providers to improve public safety.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill addresses aging utility infrastructure safety, which protects energy systems and consumers from outages and hazards, aligning with infrastructure protection goals.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill directs DOT to create safety plan for aging utility infrastructure along highways, enhancing transportation safety and infrastructure maintenance.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

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passed · Hawaii · House Apr 10, 2026

HCR 104: URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION SERVICES OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU TO WORK WITH COMMUNITY GROUPS TO ADVANCE THE SYSTEM OF COASTAL TRAILS ON THE NORTH SHORE OF OAHU.

This bill urges state and city transportation departments to collaborate with local community groups to develop and improve the coastal trail system on Oahu's North Shore. The resolution emphasizes the need for safe, non-vehicular pathways to address current unsafe road conditions and encourage walking and biking in the area. It calls for community involvement in all stages of trail planning, design, construction, and maintenance to ensure the trails meet local needs. The measure also references existing efforts like the Complete Streets Ordinance and Vision Zero Action Plan as context for improving transportation safety and accessibility.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill urges development of coastal trails to improve safe non-vehicular pathways and promote walking/biking, directly supporting multimodal transportation infrastructure.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure Pedestrian Safety Roads & Highways

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passed · Hawaii · House Apr 10, 2026

HCR 64: URGING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO MINIMIZE RUMBLE STRIP DIMENSIONS ON A SEGMENT OF KAMEHAMEHA V HIGHWAY ON MOLOKAI TO REDUCE UNINTENDED HAZARDS.

This bill urges the Hawaii Department of Transportation to modify the dimensions of rumble strips on a specific section of Kamehameha V Highway on Molokai, east of mile marker 9.5. The resolution states that the current rumble strips are too aggressive and cause drivers to swerve or straddle lane lines to avoid the intense vibration, which creates new safety risks by pushing vehicles into narrow shoulder areas used by cyclists and pedestrians. The bill recommends changing the strip design to a shallower sinusoidal or mumble profile that provides necessary lane-departure warnings without encouraging avoidance maneuvers. This is a non-binding recommendation aimed at improving road safety while reducing noise pollution for local residents.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill aims to improve road safety by reducing hazards from aggressive rumble strips, protecting cyclists and pedestrians on transportation infrastructure.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways Traffic Safety

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