Transportation (Transportation Funding)

passed · Hawaii · House Apr 2, 2026

HCR 119: REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO ESTABLISH AN INDIRECT TRAFFIC DISRUPTION GRANT PROGRAM.

This bill requests the Department of Transportation to create a grant program that provides financial assistance to property owners and small businesses affected by unplanned road closures, detours, or utility disruptions caused by state or county roadwork. The program would offer grants to those who can demonstrate verifiable losses in property access or business revenue due to these disruptions, with eligibility based on factors such as the duration and severity of the roadwork and the economic impact on the applicant. The Department of Transportation is asked to develop application criteria, collaborate with counties on joint roadwork projects, and submit a progress report to the Legislature by the start of the 2027 session detailing the number of applications, grants awarded, and process timelines.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill establishes a grant program to compensate property owners and businesses affected by roadwork disruptions, supporting transportation infrastructure management and economic stability during road projects.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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in committee · Hawaii · House Mar 18, 2026

HCR 209: REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO ESTABLISH A FOSSIL FUEL SUBSIDY AND FARE-FREE TRANSIT FISCAL IMPACT WORKING GROUP TO IDENTIFY THE IMPACTS OF FOSSIL FUEL SUBSIDIES AND THE ECONOMIC, ENVIRONMENTAL, AND HEALTH IMPACTS OF STATEWIDE FARE-FREE PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION.

This bill directs the Hawaii Department of Transportation to create a working group that will study the costs and benefits of fossil fuel subsidies and fare-free public transit. The group will analyze how much federal money supports fossil fuels in Hawaii, calculate the true cost of gasoline when accounting for environmental and health impacts, and model the financial effects of eliminating fares on public transportation across all counties. The working group must include representatives from transportation agencies, economic researchers, and community organizations to produce policy recommendations aligned with Hawaii's goal of a zero-emissions economy by 2045.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill establishes working group to study fare-free public transit and fossil fuel subsidies, indicating support for expanding public transportation and sustainable transportation options.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Public Transit Transportation Funding

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in committee · Hawaii · House Mar 18, 2026

HR 199: REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO ESTABLISH A FOSSIL FUEL SUBSIDY AND FARE-FREE TRANSIT FISCAL IMPACT WORKING GROUP TO IDENTIFY THE IMPACTS OF FOSSIL FUEL SUBSIDIES AND THE ECONOMIC, ENVIRONMENTAL, AND HEALTH IMPACTS OF STATEWIDE FARE-FREE PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION.

This bill directs the Hawaii Department of Transportation to create a working group that studies fossil fuel subsidies and the financial effects of making public transit fare-free across the state. The group will analyze how much money the federal government currently subsidizes fossil fuels, calculate the true cost of gasoline when accounting for environmental and health impacts, and estimate the costs and savings of eliminating fares on public transportation systems. The working group must include representatives from state agencies, county transit operators, universities, and community organizations to produce a ten-year report with policy recommendations aligned with Hawaii's 2045 zero-emissions goal. This resolution does not implement any changes but instead requests a comprehensive study to inform future transportation and fiscal policy decisions.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill establishes working group to study fare-free public transit and fossil fuel subsidies, indicating support for expanding public transportation options and analyzing sustainable transportation policies.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Transit Transportation Funding

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passed · Hawaii · Senate Feb 20, 2026

SB 2905: RELATING TO ENERGY.

Increases the Environmental Response, Energy, and Food Security Tax and the amount collected from the tax that is deposited into the Electric Vehicle Charging System Subaccount. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases tax revenue specifically for funding an electric vehicle charging system subaccount, directly advancing fiscal allocation for infrastructure.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill increases tax revenue specifically for electric vehicle charging infrastructure, directly funding clean energy infrastructure development.92% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentIncreases tax to fund EV charging infrastructure, promoting clean energy adoption and reducing emissions through dedicated subaccount funding.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds electric vehicle charging infrastructure via dedicated tax revenue, directly advancing sustainable transportation infrastructure as a core component of transportation policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax Electric Vehicles Electric Vehicles Transportation Funding

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 21, 2026

SB 220: RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION FINANCING.

Authorizes a county that has adopted a surcharge to state tax to extend the surcharge to 12/31/2056. Extends the end date of the one percent Transient Accommodation Tax increase to 12/31/2056. Requires the State Auditor to conduct an audit and annual review of the Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation until 12/31/2056. Requires the Comptroller to certify the Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation's invoices for capital costs until 12/31/2056.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExtends transportation tax surcharges and mandates fiscal audits until 2056, ensuring sustained funding and oversight for transportation projects.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationExtends transportation financing mechanisms (surcharge, taxes) and mandates ongoing funding/audits for Honolulu's rapid transit authority (HART) until 2056, directly advancing public transit infrastructure.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Audits & Accountability Fees & Licensing Transportation Funding

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Jan 26, 2026

SB 2375: RELATING TO SUSTAINABLE AVIATION FUEL TAX CREDIT.

Establishes a tax credit for sustainable aviation fuel distribution in Hawaii to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Provides $1 per gallon, increasing by 2 cents per additional 1 per cent emissions reduction, up to $2 per gallon. Caps total credits at $20,000,000 annually, with carryover provisions. Requires reporting to ensure transparency and compliance. Applies to taxable years after December 31, 2025, and sunsets on December 31, 2035.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEstablishes tax credit reducing liability for sustainable aviation fuel distributors, directly managing tax revenue through $20M annual cap and fiscal reporting requirements.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill provides tax credits for sustainable aviation fuel to reduce emissions, directly promoting renewable energy infrastructure and fossil fuel displacement.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes tax credit for sustainable aviation fuel to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, directly advancing environmental protection through emissions reduction incentives.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill establishes tax credit for sustainable aviation fuel to reduce emissions, directly advancing sustainable transportation practices in aviation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Climate Change Airports Transportation Funding

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passed both · Hawaii · House Apr 17, 2026

HB 1164: RELATING TO HIGHWAY REVENUE BONDS.

Restores the revenue bond authorization for the Department of Transportation to issue Highway Revenue Bonds for highway capital improvement projects authorized in Act 164, SLH 2023, as amended by Act 230, SLH 2024. Takes effect 1/1/3000. (SD1)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRestores highway revenue bond authorization, enabling DOT to fund capital projects via budgeted bonds, advancing infrastructure spending under budget provisions.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRestores highway revenue bond authorization for capital improvement projects, enabling funding of transportation infrastructure as explicitly stated in the summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Debt & Bonds Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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passed both · Hawaii · Senate May 1, 2026

SB 3028: RELATING TO PROPERTY CONVEYANCE.

Restructures the conveyance tax to a marginal rate system for the sale of properties with residential use, adjusts the tax for multifamily properties to reflect value on a per-unit basis, and applies a cost-of-living adjustment to conveyance tax rates. Establishes the Transit-Oriented Development Infrastructure Subaccount within the Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund. Allocates a portion of conveyance tax collections to the Transit-Oriented Development Infrastructure Subaccount and Hawaiian Home Lands Infrastructure and Housing Special Fund. Establishes and appropriates funds out of the Hawaiian Home Lands Infrastructure and Housing Special Fund. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRestructures conveyance tax and allocates collections to Land Conservation, Rental Housing, and infrastructure funds, directly funding public programs.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentAllocates conveyance tax to Land Conservation Fund and Special Land Fund for trails/access, directly funding environmental conservation efforts.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingAdds Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund for transit-oriented development infrastructure and adjusts tax allocations to Rental Housing Revolving Fund, directly funding housing programs.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds transit-oriented development infrastructure and trail access programs via Special Land Fund and Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund, directly advancing transportation infrastructure funding.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Conservation Property Development Property Taxes Transportation Funding

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Feb 2, 2026

SB 3221: RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION OF AGRICULTURE.

Establishes a Local Agriculture Transportation Cost Reimbursement Program within the Department of Transportation to reimburse eligible ranchers and farmers a portion of their costs to transport livestock, livestock products, agricultural commodities, and certain supplies, under certain conditions. Establishes a position to administer the Program. Appropriates funds.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill appropriates funds for agricultural transportation cost reimbursements under DOT, directly supporting transportation costs for farmers via a dedicated program.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Freight Transportation Funding

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passed · Hawaii · House Feb 20, 2026

HB 1694: RELATING TO SUSTAINABLE AVIATION FUEL TAX CREDIT.

Establishes a tax credit for sustainable aviation fuel distribution in Hawaii to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Provides $1 per gallon, increasing by 2 cents per additional 1 per cent emissions reduction, up to $2 per gallon. Caps total credits at $20,000,000 annually, with carryover provisions. Requires reporting to ensure transparency and compliance. Applies to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2026, and sunsets on December 31, 2035. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD2)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates tax credit reducing liability for sustainable aviation fuel distributors, aligning with fiscal incentives for emissions reduction within a capped annual budget ($20M).95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill creates tax credit for sustainable aviation fuel to reduce emissions, directly promoting renewable energy development and reducing fossil fuel dependence.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes tax credit to reduce greenhouse gas emissions via sustainable aviation fuel, directly advancing climate protection goals with explicit emissions reduction incentives.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationPromotes sustainable aviation fuel adoption via tax credit, reducing emissions in transportation sector per bill's purpose.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Climate Change Airports Transportation Funding

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