Legislation
Click on the links below for more information on Highways Modernization Plan and Highway Safety legislation currently under discussion in the 2009 Hawaii State Legislature.
Highways Modernization Plan Bills
Description: Creates a six-year, $4 billion plan to improve our state highway system.
- Senate Bill 985: Current Status | Bill Text
- Senate Bill 1611: Current Status | Bill Text | Hearing Notice: Conference Cmte. Mtg. on Friday, May. 1, at 9 AM (Decision-Making Only, No Testimony)
- House Bill 1167: Current Status | Bill Text
Highway Safety Bills
Description: Prohibits drivers between 15½ and 18 from using cell phones while operating a motor vehicle.
- Senate Bill 976: Current Status | Bill Text
- House Bill 1158: Current Status | Bill Text
Description: Increases the penalties for reckless driving.
- Senate Bill 977: Current Status | Bill Text
- House Bill 1159: Current Status | Bill Text
Description: Allows the courts to cancel a commercial driver’s license for those found to be driving with a blood alcohol content level of 0.04-0.79.
- Senate Bill 980: Current Status | Bill Text
- House Bill 1162: Current Status | Bill Text
Description: Requires drivers and passengers on mopeds and motor scooters to wear a safety helmet.
- Senate Bill 987: Current Status | Bill Text
- House Bill 1169: Current Status | Bill Text
Description: Permits the counties to install photo cameras at key intersections throughout the state.
- Senate Bill 988: Current Status | Bill Text
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House Bill 1170: Current Status | Bill Text
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Last Updated: Apr. 30, 2009
