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HB 230

RELATING TO TRAFFIC CITATIONS.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Cory Chun and 5 co-sponsors

Hawaii HB 230 modifies traffic citation procedures through amended legislation, with committee support but one dissenting vote, now deferred to 2026 session.

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Bill Summary · HB 230

Legislative bill overview

HB 230 relates to traffic citations in Hawaii, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the available legislative history. Based on the committee actions, the bill underwent amendments during the Transportation Committee review before advancing to the Judiciary and Hawaiian Affairs Committee. The measure was carried over to the 2026 Regular Session, indicating it did not complete passage in the 2025 session.

Why is this important

Traffic citation policies affect enforcement practices, penalties, and how violations are processed across Hawaii's islands. Changes to citation procedures can impact driver compliance, revenue generation, court administration, and fairness in traffic law enforcement. The bill's focus suggests lawmakers are addressing specific issues within the current citation system.

Potential points of contention

  • Amendment scope and purpose - The bill was significantly amended in committee (HD 1 designation), but the specific changes are unclear from this record, making it difficult to assess what stakeholders may have objected to
  • One dissenting vote - Rep. Pierick's "no" vote on Second Reading suggests there was at least one substantive concern about the amended version
  • Committee referral to JHA - The referral to Judiciary and Hawaiian Affairs (rather than remaining solely in Transportation) indicates potential legal or civil rights dimensions that may generate debate

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

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