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SB 217

RELATING TO TRANSPORTATION.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Lynn DeCoite

Hawaii SB 217 advances through legislative committees addressing unspecified transportation matters; awaiting 2026 session deliberation with fiscal implications under review.

Re-Referred to TRS, WAM.
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Bill Summary · SB 217

Legislative bill overview

SB 217 is a Hawaii transportation bill introduced by Senator Lynn DeCoite that has been carried over from the 2025 session to the 2026 regular session. The bill currently lacks publicly available detailed text specifying its exact provisions, though it has progressed through initial readings and referrals to the Transportation and Culture and the Ways and Means committees.

Why is this important

Hawaii's transportation system affects residents' daily mobility, economic activity, and environmental outcomes. Any statewide transportation legislation could impact funding priorities, infrastructure development, public transit systems, or vehicle-related regulations across the islands.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of transparency: Without access to the bill's specific text, stakeholders and the public cannot assess what transportation priorities it addresses or what changes it proposes
  • Committee jurisdiction questions: The dual referral to both Transportation/Culture and Ways and Means suggests either fiscal implications or overlapping policy areas that may require reconciliation
  • Unknown fiscal impact: Transportation bills often involve significant budget allocations; the carryover and committee routing suggest potential budgetary complexities that may affect legislative approval

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

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