Hawaii 2023 Regular Session

Hawaii House Bill HCR174

Introduced

3/10/23

Refer

3/15/23

Report Pass

3/31/23

Refer

3/31/23

Report Pass

4/5/23

Engrossed

4/5/23

Refer

4/11/23

Caption

Urging The State Of Hawaii, City And County Of Honolulu, Federal Entities, And Private Land Owners To Work Together To Immediately Open The Section Of The Waianae Coast Emergency Access Road Extending Paakea Road Out To Lualualei Naval Road For Public Use On A Permanent Basis.

Impact

The proposal emerges against the backdrop of ongoing traffic issues affecting the communities along the Leeward Coast of Oahu, where the primary thoroughfare, Farrington Highway, is often congested due to accidents, severe weather conditions, and construction work. By potentially opening the Waianae Coast Emergency Access Road, the resolution seeks to provide an alternate route that can improve accessibility for residents and reduce gridlock, thus addressing critical public safety concerns.

Summary

HCR174 is a House Concurrent Resolution introduced in the Thirty-second Legislature of 2023 for the State of Hawaii. The resolution urges cooperation among various entities, including the State of Hawaii, the City and County of Honolulu, federal organizations, and private landowners, to facilitate the permanent opening of a section of the Waianae Coast Emergency Access Road. This road extends from Paakea Road to Lualualei Naval Road and aims to be utilized as a public route to alleviate traffic congestion and enhance public safety in the region.

Contention

While supporters of HCR174 stress the necessity for such an alternative route to improve traffic flow and public safety, potential points of contention may arise from land use and access considerations. The resolution indicates a collaborative approach is needed, which could involve negotiations that impact various stakeholders, including private landowners who may have concerns about public access to their properties. Moreover, there may be discussions related to the funding allocated for improvements and the overall feasibility of maintaining the road for continuous public use.

Latest HCR174 Activity

Companion Bills

HI HR179

Same As Urging The State Of Hawaii, City And County Of Honolulu, Federal Entities, And Private Land Owners To Work Together To Immediately Open The Section Of The Waianae Coast Emergency Access Road Extending Paakea Road Out To Lualualei Naval Road For Public Use On A Permanent Basis.

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