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Hawaii House Bill HR179

Hawaii 2023 Regular Session

Hawaii House Bill HR179

Introduced
3/10/23  
Refer
3/15/23  
Report Pass
3/31/23  
Refer
3/31/23  
Report Pass
4/5/23  

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 resolution highlights the critical need for an alternate route to enhance public safety and improve traffic flow in a region plagued by gridlock. Historically, the Waianae Coast Emergency Access Road has only been available for limited use, opened only under certain emergency conditions. Opening it permanently is expected to not only relieve daily motorist frustration but also potentially reduce response times for emergency services in the area.

Summary

House Resolution 179 urges the State of Hawaii, City and County of Honolulu, federal entities, and private landowners to cooperate in permanently opening a section of the Waianae Coast Emergency Access Road. This road, extending from Paakea Road to Lualualei Naval Road, is intended to serve as a parallel route to alleviate traffic congestion on Farrington Highway, the primary highway for communities on the Leeward Coast of Oahu. The recommendation is in response to frequent disruptions on Farrington Highway due to various conditions such as accidents, weather events, and construction activities.

Contention

While the resolution is aimed at addressing local infrastructure challenges, it could lead to points of contention between stakeholders involved. For instance, state and federal entities may express differing priorities or concerns regarding land use, environmental impacts, and funding responsibilities. Moreover, collaboration with private landowners for access rights could stimulate debate about property rights and management responsibilities moving forward. These discussions will be essential to ensure the resolution's implementation is both effective and sustainable.

Latest HR179 Activity

Companion Bills

HI HCR174

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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