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HCR 112

STRONGLY URGING THE HONOLULU CITY COUNCIL TO ADOPT A "PEDESTRIAN FIRST" POLICY VIA ORDINANCE.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Terez Amato and 6 co-sponsors

Hawaii legislature urges Honolulu City Council to adopt "Pedestrian First" policy ordinance prioritizing pedestrian safety and access in urban planning.

Report and Resolution Adopted. Aye(s) with reservations: none. Noes, 1 (Senator(s) Awa). Transmitted to House.
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Bill Summary · HCR 112

Legislative bill overview

HCR 112 is a non-binding resolution urging the Honolulu City Council to adopt a "Pedestrian First" policy through city ordinance. The resolution passed the Hawaii legislature with near-unanimous support (24-1) and has been transmitted to the Honolulu City Council for consideration.

Why is this important

This represents a policy shift toward prioritizing pedestrian safety and accessibility in urban planning and infrastructure decisions. Implementation could affect traffic patterns, street design, parking policies, sidewalk maintenance, and development priorities across Honolulu's public spaces.

Potential points of contention

  • Vague policy language: The resolution doesn't define what "Pedestrian First" specifically means, leaving interpretation and implementation details to city council discretion
  • Cost and implementation concerns: Businesses and residents may worry about increased expenses, reduced vehicle access, parking challenges, or traffic congestion if the policy restricts cars significantly
  • Competing interests: Property developers, commuters relying on cars, and transit agencies may have conflicting priorities about how pedestrian-first policies should balance with other urban mobility needs

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

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