Transportation

in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 28, 2026

SB 2724: RELATING TO PARKING.

Requires employers of twenty or more persons to offer a parking cash-out program in place of a parking subsidy and report to the Department of Transportation. Requires the Department of Transportation to report to the Legislature, adopt rules, and impose fines or penalties on violators.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequires parking cash-out programs to reduce vehicle dependency, aligning with sustainable transportation goals and directly involving DOT policy implementation.95% confidence

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Feb 2, 2026

SB 3266: RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE NINTH SENATORIAL DISTRICT.

SB 3266 appropriates state funds for capital improvement projects (such as infrastructure or facility upgrades) specifically within the Ninth Senatorial District. The bill directly affects residents and local entities in that district by funding physical projects. It does not create new policies or regulations but allocates existing budget resources for district-specific capital needs. As a procedural funding measure, it has no broader policy impact beyond the designated district.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds district infrastructure projects (CIP), which typically include transportation infrastructure like roads/highways, supporting local transportation needs within the Ninth District.75% confidence

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passed · Hawaii · Senate Mar 10, 2026

SB 2549: RELATING TO STUDENT TRANSPORTATION.

Requires the Department of Education to hire a new contractor or contractors with the Governor's approval if a contractor under a student transportation contract fails to provide service on a contracted route for five or more consecutive instructional days. Requires the DOE to assess a penalty if a contractor fails to provide service on a contracted route without an approved justification. Specifies that the assessed penalties be deposited into the School Bus Fare Revolving Fund. Beginning 7/1/2026, requires all requests for proposals issued and contracts executed by the DOE for student transportation services to specifically reference certain new provisions. Authorizes the use of the School Bus Fare Revolving Fund to offset costs associated with procuring replacement services. Requires quarterly reports to the Legislature. (SD1)

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill ensures reliable student transportation by penalizing contractors and funding a revolving fund, directly supporting educational access and school operations.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill ensures school bus service continuity via penalties and revolving fund, protecting student transportation reliability within transportation infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics School Transportation Public Transit

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passed · Hawaii · Senate Feb 19, 2026

SB 2693: RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR AEROSPACE INFRASTRUCTURE.

Authorizes the issuance of $15 million in general obligation bonds to finance the planning, design, and construction of a 50,000 square foot aerospace hangar and related facilities at Hilo international airport. Requires matching contributions from the federal government and private sector. Directs appropriation to be expended by the Department of Transportation. Requires a report to the Legislature. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes $15M in bonds for airport infrastructure, directly allocating state funds for capital improvement project per appropriation subject.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds aerospace infrastructure at Hilo International Airport via $15M bonds, directly advancing transportation infrastructure development per DOT capital project requirements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Airports

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 30, 2026

SB 2990: RELATING TO HIGHWAY SAFETY.

Amends the administrative process at the Administrative Driver's License Revocation Office. Establishes a tiered administration revocation period of a driver's license for those arrested for operating a vehicle under the influence of an intoxicant.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationEstablishes tiered license revocation for DUI offenses, enhancing highway safety standards per bill's focus on impaired driving penalties.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licensing Roads & Highways

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in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 2, 2026

HB 2538: RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE ELEVENTH REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT.

HB 2538 appropriates state funds for capital improvement projects within the Eleventh Representative District. This bill directly affects residents and local infrastructure in that district by providing financial resources for physical improvements. Key provisions include allocating budgetary funds for projects like facility upgrades or public works, though specific projects are not detailed in the abstract. The bill is currently in early stages, having been introduced and referred to the Finance Committee. It focuses on funding allocation without specifying project types or amounts.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates state funds for district infrastructure projects, directly increasing budget allocation for public works within the Eleventh District.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds capital improvement projects (CIP) for district infrastructure, directly supporting transportation infrastructure development through state appropriations.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget

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in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 20, 2026

HB 2057: MAKING AN APPROPRIATION TO THE DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY OF THE CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU.

Appropriates moneys as a grant-in-aid to the City and County of Honolulu's Department of Information Technology to upgrade the driver's license and motor vehicle application systems, subject to a dollar-for-dollar match. (HD1)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates state funds via grant-in-aid to Honolulu IT for DMV system upgrade, directly allocating budget resources for government service enhancement.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyFunds IT system upgrade for DMV operations, directly supporting technology infrastructure through appropriation.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds DMV system upgrade for vehicle registration/licensing, directly supporting transportation infrastructure management.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Driver Licensing

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passed both · Hawaii · Senate Apr 17, 2026

SB 1669: RELATING TO TRANSIT ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT.

Establishes the Transit-Oriented Community Improvement Partnership within the Department of Transportation. Establishes the Community Improvement Special Fund. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds into and out of the special fund for the partnership and positions. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD3)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates funds into Community Improvement Special Fund for transit-oriented development partnership, directly funding a program through budget allocation.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingAppropriates funds for transit-oriented housing development partnership, promoting housing near transit hubs which increases housing supply and affordability options.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationCreates Transit-Oriented Community Improvement Partnership and funds for transportation infrastructure development under DOT, directly advancing public transit-focused projects.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Development

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 26, 2026

SB 2346: RELATING TO AIRPORTS.

Requires the Department of Transportation to transition all motor vehicles used within airport grounds to zero emission vehicles to meet the State's zero emissions clean economy target.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates zero-emission vehicle transition at airports to meet clean economy targets, directly advancing renewable energy infrastructure and reducing fossil fuel dependence.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates airport vehicle transition to zero-emission vehicles to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, directly advancing state clean economy target.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates zero-emission vehicle transition for airport ground vehicles under DOT jurisdiction, directly advancing sustainable transportation infrastructure and emissions reduction goals.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Airports Electric Vehicles

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Feb 2, 2026

SB 3295: RELATING TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS OF THE FOURTH SENATORIAL DISTRICT.

SB 3295 appropriates state funds for capital improvement projects within Washington State's Fourth Senatorial District. The bill directly affects local communities and projects in that district by providing dedicated funding for infrastructure or facility upgrades. It does not create new requirements or alter existing laws - its sole purpose is to allocate specific financial resources. The bill is procedural, focusing solely on funding authorization without specifying individual projects or timelines. (1 sentence summary as it is a purely procedural appropriation bill.)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates state funds for district infrastructure projects, directly increasing budgetary allocations without tax changes or restrictions.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAllocates state funds for capital improvement projects (including transportation infrastructure) in Fourth District, directly advancing transportation funding without restrictions.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget

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