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HB 2454

RELATING TO SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by David Alcos and 18 co-sponsors

Hawaii bill establishes safe pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure programs for students traveling to/from schools to reduce traffic incidents and promote active transportation.

Passed Third Reading as amended in HD 2 with Representative(s) Perruso, Shimizu voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and none excused (0). Transmitted to Senate.
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Bill Summary · HB 2454

Legislative bill overview

HB 2454 establishes or enhances programs and infrastructure to create safer walking and biking routes for students traveling to and from schools in Hawaii. The bill directs resources toward identifying hazards, improving pedestrian pathways, and potentially coordinating between education and transportation agencies to reduce traffic incidents involving school-age children.

Why is this important

Safe routes to school directly impact student health, independence, and academic attendance by reducing barriers to active transportation. Communities with improved pedestrian infrastructure see decreased childhood obesity, lower traffic congestion near schools, and improved air quality while reducing family transportation costs.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding source and fiscal impact: The bill's referral to FIN suggests budget implications; questions will likely arise about funding mechanisms and whether new appropriations are necessary or if existing budgets must be redirected
  • Implementation responsibility: Unclear delineation between school districts, state DOE, and county/city transportation departments could create coordination challenges or cost-shifting disputes
  • Scope and prioritization: Without seeing specific language, controversy may emerge over which schools receive improvements first, whether rural areas are adequately covered, and what constitutes a "safe route"

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

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