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Hawaii House Bill HR48

Hawaii 2025 Regular Session

Hawaii House Bill HR48

Introduced
3/5/25  
Refer
3/14/25  
Report Pass
3/28/25  

Caption

Urging The City And County Of Honolulu To Work With Stakeholders To Construct A Sidewalk For Pedestrian Safety While Traveling Between Iroquois Point And Ewa Beach.

Impact

If enacted, HR48 would facilitate discussions and planning efforts among multiple stakeholders, including private property owners, the United States Navy, and local government authorities. This collaborative approach aims to address the pressing safety issues identified by the Hawaii Department of Transportation, which recognizes pedestrians and cyclists as the most vulnerable roadway users. Furthermore, the resolution could pave the way for increased civic engagement and prioritize pedestrian-friendly infrastructure in the region, thus promoting community well-being.

Summary

House Resolution 48 (HR48), introduced in the 2025 session of the Hawaii legislature, urges the City and County of Honolulu to collaborate with relevant stakeholders to construct a sidewalk aimed at enhancing pedestrian safety between Iroquois Point and Ewa Beach. The resolution highlights significant concerns regarding the current condition of the walking route, which poses risks to pedestrians due to the absence of sidewalks, inadequate lighting, and dense foliage that obstructs visibility. The text underscores the importance of addressing these safety concerns to prevent accidents and protect lives.

Contention

While HR48 primarily serves as an urging resolution rather than legislation with binding legal implications, it reflects broader issues concerning urban planning and the allocation of resources for pedestrian safety improvements. There may be contentions around funding, governmental priorities, and potential delays in execution due to bureaucratic processes. Stakeholders will need to balance interests and concerns from various parties, ensuring that the safety and accessibility of the walking path do not compromise other land uses or development projects in the area.

Companion Bills

HI HCR52

Same As Urging The City And County Of Honolulu To Work With Stakeholders To Construct A Sidewalk For Pedestrian Safety While Traveling Between Iroquois Point And Ewa Beach.

Previously Filed As

HI HR181

Urging The City And County Of Honolulu To Work With Stakeholders To Construct A Sidewalk For Pedestrian Safety While Traveling Between Iroquois Pointe And Ewa Beach.

HI HCR59

Urging The Department Of Transportation Services Of The City And County Of Honolulu To Work With The Honolulu Police Department To Increase Enforcement Efforts Against Illegal Electric Bicycles And Dirt Bike Motorcycles To Make Sidewalks And Public Roadways Safer.

HI SCR7

Urging The City And County Of Honolulu To Improve Access Of Thebus In Oahu's Rural Communities.

HI HR164

Urging The Mayor Of The City And County Of Honolulu, Honolulu City Council, And Honolulu Authority For Rapid Transportation To Find A Means To Fund The Construction Of The Park-and-ride Garage At Waiawa Station And Urging The Department Of Transportation Services Of The City And County Of Honolulu To Establish Additional Transit Services Between Central Oahu And Waiawa Station.

HI SR5

Urging The City And County Of Honolulu To Improve Access Of Thebus In Oahu's Rural Communities.

HI HCR163

Urging The Mayor Of The City And County Of Honolulu, Honolulu City Council, And Honolulu Authority For Rapid Transportation To Find A Means To Fund The Construction Of The Park-and-ride Garage At Waiawa Station And Urging The Department Of Transportation Services Of The City And County Of Honolulu To Establish Additional Transit Services Between Central Oahu And Waiawa Station.

HI SCR103

Urging The Mayor Of The City And County Of Honolulu, Honolulu City Council, And Honolulu Authority For Rapid Transportation To Find A Means To Fund The Construction Of The Park-and-ride Garage At Waiawa Station And Urging The Department Of Transportation Services Of The City And County Of Honolulu To Establish Additional Transit Services Between Central Oahu And Waiawa Station.

HI HCR62

Requesting The City And County Of Honolulu To Transfer To The State The City And County Of Honolulu's Authority To Construct A Makakilo Drive Extension.

HI SR113

Urging The Mayor Of The City And County Of Honolulu, Honolulu City Council, And Honolulu Authority For Rapid Transportation To Find A Means To Fund The Construction Of The Park-and-ride Garage At Waiawa Station And Urging The Department Of Transportation Services Of The City And County Of Honolulu To Establish Additional Transit Services Between Central Oahu And Waiawa Station.

HI HR171

Urging The Elimination Of The Threat To The Health And Safety Of The Ewa Beach Community By Relocating The Live Fire Training From The Puuloa Range Training Facility.

Similar Bills

HI HCR52

Urging The City And County Of Honolulu To Work With Stakeholders To Construct A Sidewalk For Pedestrian Safety While Traveling Between Iroquois Point And Ewa Beach.

HI HR181

Urging The City And County Of Honolulu To Work With Stakeholders To Construct A Sidewalk For Pedestrian Safety While Traveling Between Iroquois Pointe And Ewa Beach.

HI HCR182

Requesting That The City And County Of Honolulu Convene A Working Group To Develop Recommendations To Improve Sidewalk Maintenance.

HI HR38

Requesting The City And County Of Honolulu To Conduct A Sidewalk Feasibility Study Along Kalihi Street From Kamanaiki Street To Kalihi Valley Park.

HI HCR49

Requesting The City And County Of Honolulu To Conduct A Sidewalk Feasibility Study Along Kalihi Street From Kamanaiki Street To Kalihi Valley Park.

HI HCR59

Urging The Department Of Transportation Services Of The City And County Of Honolulu To Work With The Honolulu Police Department To Increase Enforcement Efforts Against Illegal Electric Bicycles And Dirt Bike Motorcycles To Make Sidewalks And Public Roadways Safer.

HI HB795

Relating To Public Safety.

HI HR119

Requesting The Department Of Transportation Services Of The City And County Of Honolulu To Implement A Restricted Parking Zone Pilot Program In The Ko olina, Honokai Hale, Nnkuli, And Maili Neighborhoods.