Hawaii House Bill HB1360

Hawaii 2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/25/23
• Refer: 1/30/23

Caption

Relating To Capital Improvement Projects For The Benefit Of The Fifteenth And Seventeenth Representative Districts.

Impact

The financial appropriations outlined in the bill allocate funds to various projects, including the repair of Cook Field in Waimea, improvements at Hanapepe Cemetery, and substantial upgrades to Kāpaa Elementary School. Each project is designed to bolster community resources and enhance quality of life in the affected areas. By facilitating these developments, the bill serves not only to fulfill existing infrastructural needs but also to positively influence local economies through job creation during construction phases.

Summary

House Bill 1360 pertains to capital improvement projects specifically benefiting the Fifteenth and Seventeenth Representative Districts of Hawaii. The bill authorizes the issuance of general obligation bonds totaling $14,811,090 for various significant construction and repair projects within these districts. Such financial measures are aimed at improving local infrastructure and enhancing community facilities, thereby supporting both residential needs and local governance.

Contention

While generally aimed at improving public facilities, such capital improvement projects can sometimes lead to debate regarding budget allocations and priorities among different representative districts. The substantial sum of funds may rise concerns among constituents regarding how the funds are distributed and whether certain communities are favored over others. The long-term implications of these expenditures on the state budget, especially as unencumbered funds lapse at the end of the fiscal cycle, could spark further discussions on fiscal responsibility and accountability in public spending.