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SB 2955

RELATING TO THE HONOAPIILANI HIGHWAY COASTAL MITIGATION PROJECT.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Troy Hashimoto and 1 co-sponsor

Hawaii bill establishes coastal mitigation framework for Honoapiilani Highway to address West Maui erosion and sea-level rise threats to transportation and community access.

Reported from TRS (Stand. Com. Rep. No. 2259) with recommendation of passage on Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referral to WAM.
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Bill Summary · SB 2955

Legislative bill overview

SB 2955 establishes framework and funding mechanisms for the Honoapiilani Highway Coastal Mitigation Project in Hawaii, which addresses coastal erosion and infrastructure vulnerability along this critical West Maui highway corridor. The bill has advanced through the Transportation and Resources Committee with amendments and now moves to the Ways and Means Committee for budget consideration.

Why is this important

The Honoapiilani Highway is a vital transportation artery for West Maui communities and serves as an emergency evacuation route. Coastal erosion and sea-level rise threaten both the highway's structural integrity and access to remote communities, making proactive mitigation essential for public safety and economic continuity in the region.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding allocation and source: Unclear whether costs will be borne by state general funds, highway revenues, or federal/private partnerships, affecting broader budget priorities
  • Project scope and timeline: Details on which coastal sections receive priority, mitigation methods (living shorelines vs. hard infrastructure), and completion timeline remain subject to WAM committee review
  • Environmental trade-offs: Coastal mitigation solutions may involve ecological impacts that require balancing infrastructure protection against habitat preservation

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

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