CONDOLENCES: Expresses the condolences of the House of Representatives on the death of former state legislator and mayor-president of East Baton Rouge Parish Melvin Lee "Kip" Holden and posthumously commends him

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Barbara Carpenter and 2 co-sponsors

HR 193 promotes collaboration between Maui's DOT and the Kihei Community Association to enhance planning for the Kihei Mauka Road Project, improving local transportation.

Taken by the Clerk of the House and presented to the Secretary of State in accordance with the Rules of the House.

Bill Overview

Bill Number: HR 193
Title: Requesting the Department of Transportation and Department of Transportation of the County of Maui to Collaborate with the Kihei Community Association in the Planning and Implementation of the Kihei Mauka Road Project
Status: Reported from TRN (Stand. Com. Rep. No. 1509), recommending referral to FIN
Introduced: January 03, 2025
Classification: Resolution
Subject: Infrastructure, Department of Transportation (DOT), County of Maui, Kihei Community Association, Kihei Mauka Road Project

Purpose and Intent

The primary intent of HR 193 is to facilitate collaboration between the Department of Transportation (DOT), the County of Maui's Department of Transportation, and the Kihei Community Association. This collaboration aims to enhance the planning and implementation of the Kihei Mauka Road Project, which is expected to improve local infrastructure and transportation in the Kihei area.

Key Provisions

Collaboration Requirement: The resolution requests that the DOT and the County of Maui work together with the Kihei Community Association to ensure that community input is integrated into the planning and execution of the Kihei Mauka Road Project.

Focus on Infrastructure Improvement: The project is anticipated to address transportation needs in Kihei, potentially alleviating traffic congestion and improving access to local amenities.

Affected Parties

Local Residents: The residents of Kihei will benefit from improved infrastructure and transportation options.

Kihei Community Association: This organization will play a crucial role in representing community interests and providing feedback during the planning process.

Government Agencies: The resolution directly involves the DOT and the County of Maui's Department of Transportation, which will be responsible for the project's execution.

Legislative Timeline

January 03, 2025: HR 193 was introduced and referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce and the Committee on Ways and Means.

March 07, 2025: The resolution was officially offered.

March 14, 2025: Referred to the TRN and FIN committees.

March 18, 2025: Scheduled for a hearing by the TRN committee.

March 20, 2025: The TRN committee recommended that the measure be passed unamended, with a vote of 6 Ayes and no opposition.

March 24, 2025: The report was adopted and referred to the FIN committee for further consideration.

Conclusion

HR 193 represents a significant step towards enhancing transportation infrastructure in Kihei through community collaboration. By involving local stakeholders in the planning process, the resolution aims to ensure that the Kihei Mauka Road Project meets the needs of the community effectively. The ongoing legislative process will determine the next steps for this initiative.

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