Transportation

in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 21, 2026

SB 647: RELATING TO ELECTRIC BICYCLES.

Amends various definitions of "moped" throughout the Hawaii Revised Statutes to exclude low-speed electric bicycles. Deletes an unused term from Chapter 286, Hawaii Revised Statutes. Establishes regulations for low-speed electric bicycles and clarifies the applicability of certain conflicting regulations that are applicable to all bicycles.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationClarifies regulations for low-speed e-bikes, promoting sustainable transportation use within existing bicycle infrastructure without restrictive moped rules.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure Electric Vehicles

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 21, 2026

SB 1403: RELATING TO USE OF INTOXICANTS WHILE OPERATING A VEHICLE.

Lowers the blood alcohol content threshold for driving while under the influence of alcohol from .08 to .05 or more grams of alcohol to reduce impaired driving and fatal crashes.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationLowers BAC limit to enhance road safety, directly advancing transportation safety standards per bill's purpose to reduce impaired driving crashes.95% confidence

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in committee · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 461: RELATING TO COMMUTING.

Requires the Director of Human Resources Development, in consultation with the Hawaii Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission, Hawaii State Energy Office, and Department of Accounting and General Services, to develop and implement a comprehensive Commuting Choice Benefit Program for all state employees regardless of mode of transportation. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentConsults Hawaii Climate Change Commission to develop commuting program promoting alternative transportation modes, reducing emissions and aligning with climate mitigation goals.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds comprehensive commuting program for state employees across all transportation modes, promoting sustainable transit options and infrastructure use.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Climate Change

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 21, 2026

SB 186: RELATING TO MOTOR CARRIER VEHICLES.

SB 186 repeals existing inspection requirements for motor carrier vehicles, such as commercial trucks and buses. This change directly affects commercial transportation companies and drivers who currently must undergo mandatory vehicle inspections. The bill’s key provision removes these specific safety inspection mandates from state law, shifting regulatory focus away from routine vehicle checks. The bill is pending further committee review and has not yet become law.

Topics ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentRepealing mandatory vehicle safety inspections weakens workplace safety regulations for commercial drivers, directly contradicting labor safety protections.90% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationRepeals mandatory safety inspections for commercial trucks/buses, weakening transportation safety standards per bill's key provision.95% confidence

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in committee · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 1127: RELATING TO PARKING FOR DISABLED PERSONS.

Authorizes each county to enact ordinances to enforce the design and construction requirements for the provision of accessible parking spaces, including the establishment of penalties for failure to comply with the ordinances.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAuthorizes counties to enforce accessible parking standards, enhancing transportation accessibility and safety for disabled persons within vehicle regulation framework.90% confidence

Tags People with Disabilities

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 21, 2026

SB 1446: RELATING TO PARKING FOR DISABLED PERSONS.

Authorizes each county to enact ordinances to enforce the design and construction requirements for the provision of accessible parking spaces, including the establishment of penalties for failure to comply with the ordinances.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enforces accessible parking standards for disabled persons, enhancing transportation safety and accessibility within vehicle regulations and infrastructure.95% confidence

Tags People with Disabilities

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passed · Hawaii · House Mar 12, 2026

HB 2442: RELATING TO PARKING FOR DISABLED PERSONS.

Beginning 7/1/27, increases the number of required accessible and van-accessible parking spaces in parking facilities with more than twenty-five parking spaces that are covered by title II or III of the Americans with Disabilities Act, with an exception for qualifying public entities managing large parking inventories that are otherwise compliant with Americans with Disabilities Act standards. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2)

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates increased accessible parking spaces under ADA, enhancing transportation infrastructure accessibility for disabled persons, directly advancing transportation accessibility standards.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Vehicle Registration Tags People with Disabilities

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in committee · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 105: RELATING TO TAXATION.

Establishes an income tax credit for the purchase of electric garbage trucks by qualified taxpayers. Applies to taxable years beginning after 12/31/2024.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides income tax credit for electric truck purchases, reducing tax burden for qualified taxpayers under tax policy.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill provides income tax credit for electric garbage trucks, directly promoting renewable energy adoption and reducing fossil fuel dependence in transportation infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentTax credit for electric garbage trucks reduces emissions and promotes clean transportation, directly advancing environmental protection goals.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationPromotes sustainable transportation by incentivizing electric garbage truck adoption via tax credit, aligning with green infrastructure goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Sales Tax Tax Credits Waste Management Electric Vehicles

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 21, 2026

SB 478: RELATING TO ELECTRIC BICYCLES.

SB 478 requires operators of low-speed electric bicycles to hold a valid driver's license, instruction permit, or provisional license. This bill directly affects e-bike riders who operate vehicles classified as "low-speed" under the law. The key provision mandates that these riders meet standard driver licensing requirements before operating their e-bikes on public roads. The bill is currently pending in committee and has not yet become law.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequires e-bike operators to hold driver's license, enhancing transportation safety standards through vehicle regulation as part of transportation policy.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure Driver Licensing

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passed · Hawaii · Senate Mar 30, 2026

SB 2463: RELATING TO THE USE OF INTOXICANTS WHILE OPERATING A VEHICLE.

SB 2463 lowers the legal blood alcohol content (BAC) threshold for driving under the influence of intoxicants. It directly affects drivers operating vehicles who are impaired by alcohol or other intoxicants, making it easier for authorities to charge drivers with DUI at lower BAC levels. The key provision reduces the current legal limit for intoxication while driving, shifting the point at which impairment becomes a legal violation. This change would impact all drivers subject to DUI laws, potentially expanding the scope of enforceable offenses. The bill passed committee with amendments in early 2026.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationLowers BAC threshold to enhance road safety, strengthening DUI enforcement standards under transportation vehicle regulations.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Traffic Safety

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