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HCR 70

REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO FACILITATE AND ACCELERATE THE ADOPTION OF SUSTAINABLE AVIATION FUELS TO DECARBONIZE HAWAIʻI'S TRANSPORTATION SECTOR AND SUPPORT THE STATE'S CLIMATE GOALS.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Darius Kila and 3 co-sponsors

HCR 70 urges Hawaii's Department of Transportation to accelerate sustainable aviation fuels adoption, aiming to cut emissions and support climate goals for cleaner air.

Report and Resolution Adopted. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 2 (Senator(s) Awa, DeCorte). Transmitted to House.
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Bill Summary · HCR 70

Summary of HCR 70: Requesting the Department of Transportation to Facilitate Sustainable Aviation Fuels

Bill Overview

Bill Number: HCR 70
Title: Requesting the Department of Transportation to Facilitate and Accelerate the Adoption of Sustainable Aviation Fuels to Decarbonize Hawaiʻi's Transportation Sector and Support the State's Climate Goals
Status: Report and Resolution Adopted
Introduced: March 06, 2025
Classification: Concurrent Resolution
Subject: Decarbonization, Department of Transportation, Greenhouse Gas Reduction Plan, Sustainable Aviation Fuels

Purpose and Intent

HCR 70 aims to promote the adoption of sustainable aviation fuels (SAFs) in Hawaiʻi's transportation sector. The resolution is part of a broader effort to decarbonize transportation and align with the state's climate goals, which include reducing greenhouse gas emissions and transitioning to cleaner energy sources.

Key Provisions

  • Facilitation and Acceleration: The resolution requests the Department of Transportation (DOT) to take proactive measures to facilitate and accelerate the use of sustainable aviation fuels.
  • Support for Climate Goals: The adoption of SAFs is intended to support Hawaiʻi's greenhouse gas reduction plan and overall climate objectives.
  • Collaboration: The DOT is encouraged to collaborate with stakeholders, including airlines, fuel producers, and environmental organizations, to promote the development and use of SAFs.

Affected Parties

  • Department of Transportation: Responsible for implementing the measures outlined in the resolution.
  • Airlines and Aviation Industry: Will be directly impacted as they adapt to using sustainable aviation fuels.
  • Environmental Organizations: May play a role in advocacy and collaboration efforts.
  • General Public: The resolution aims to benefit the public by contributing to cleaner air and a healthier environment through reduced emissions.

Legislative Actions and Timeline

  • March 06, 2025: Bill introduced.
  • March 27, 2025: Report adopted and referred to the Transportation (TRN) committee.
  • April 01, 2025: TRN committee recommended the measure be passed unamended.
  • April 10, 2025: The Energy and Environmental Protection (EEP) committee recommended the measure be passed with amendments.
  • April 21, 2025: Final resolution adopted by the Senate and transmitted to the House.

Voting Summary

  • Senate Votes:
    • Aye(s) with reservations: None
    • Noes: 2 (Senators Awa, DeCorte)
  • House Votes:
    • Aye(s) with reservations: None
    • Noes: 4 (Representatives Garcia, Muraoka, Pierick, Souza)

Conclusion

HCR 70 represents a significant step towards integrating sustainable aviation fuels into Hawaiʻi's transportation framework. By facilitating this transition, the resolution aims to support the state's climate initiatives and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, ultimately benefiting both the environment and public health.

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

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