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Bill Summary · SB 1117

Legislative bill overview

SB 1117 is a Hawaii transportation bill introduced by Senator Tim Richards. The bill was carried over to the 2026 Regular Session after multiple conference committee meetings in April 2025, indicating significant legislative negotiations were required to resolve differences between the Senate and House versions.

Why is this important

Transportation legislation in Hawaii directly affects island infrastructure, public transit systems, and the movement of goods and people across the archipelago. Bills addressing transportation can impact everything from vehicle registration fees to public transit funding, affecting both individual residents and the broader economy.

Potential points of contention

  • The multiple conference committee reconvening sessions suggest substantive disagreements existed between chambers that required extensive negotiation
  • Without access to the bill's specific provisions, the nature of the disputed elements remains unclear—could involve funding mechanisms, regulatory authority, or scope of transportation improvements
  • The carryover to 2026 indicates the bill did not reach final passage in 2025, raising questions about whether consensus was ultimately achieved or if fundamental disagreements persist

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

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