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SB 1446

RELATING TO PARKING FOR DISABLED PERSONS.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Ron Kouchi

SB 1446 proposes modifications to Hawaii's disabled person parking requirements, currently under committee review for the 2026 session.

Re-Referred to TRS, JDC.
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Bill Summary · SB 1446

Legislative bill overview

SB 1446 addresses parking regulations and accommodations for persons with disabilities in Hawaii. The bill has been deferred from committee review and is currently pending re-referral to the Transportation and Revenue Services (TRS) and Judiciary and Defense (JDC) committees in the 2026 legislative session. Specific details on the proposed changes are not provided in the available action history.

Why is this important

Accessible parking is a critical infrastructure issue affecting the daily mobility and independence of people with disabilities. Improvements to Hawaii's disabled parking regulations could impact enforcement consistency, parking availability, or accessibility standards across the state, influencing quality of life for thousands of residents.

Potential points of contention

  • Enforcement mechanisms: Whether the bill adequately addresses illegal use of disabled parking spaces, which is a common problem in many jurisdictions
  • Cost allocation: Questions about who bears implementation costs—government agencies, private property owners, or municipalities
  • Definition and eligibility: Possible debate over who qualifies for disabled parking privileges and whether current criteria are appropriate

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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