Hawaii 2025 Regular Session

Hawaii Senate Bill SCR148

Introduced
3/7/25  
Refer
3/12/25  
Report Pass
4/1/25  
Engrossed
4/2/25  

Caption

Strongly Supporting The Construction Of A Floating Drydock At Pearl Harbor.

Impact

The construction of the floating drydock is projected to generate significant economic benefits for the state of Hawaii, including the creation of high-paying jobs and the attraction of investment in the maritime and defense industries. It aims to foster workforce development within these sectors, aligning with Hawaii's economic interests and strategic positioning in defense operations.

Summary

SCR148 is a Senate Concurrent Resolution strongly supporting the construction of a floating drydock at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. The resolution recognizes the strategic importance of the Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard, which plays a crucial role in maintaining and servicing the United States Navy's Pacific Fleet. By constructing a floating drydock, the shipyard would enhance its capabilities in servicing submarines and surface vessels, thereby bolstering national defense efforts.

Contention

Notably, previous efforts to fund the drydock through special purpose revenue bonds were hindered due to unforeseen cost increases. Although the bonds were authorized in 2019, they were never issued, raising concerns about the feasibility of the project. The resolution emphasizes the continuing need for modern ship maintenance infrastructure while addressing the challenges of funding new initiatives in a changing economic landscape.

Companion Bills

HI HCR133

Same As Strongly Supporting The Construction Of A Floating Drydock At Pearl Harbor.

HI SR119

Same As Strongly Supporting The Construction Of A Floating Drydock At Pearl Harbor.

Previously Filed As

HI SCR41

Designating Hawaii's Coral Reefs As Critical Natural Infrastructure And Strongly Supporting Nature-based Solutions Such As Coral Reef Restoration For Risk Reduction.

HI SCR27

Encouraging The United States Navy To Eradicate Octocoral And Other Invasive Species From The Waters Of Pearl Harbor.

HI HCR75

Requesting The United States Department Of Defense, Including The Navy, Army, And Air Force, To Increase On-base Housing Availability For Active Duty Personnel And Their Dependents Assigned To Military Installations In The State.

HI SR221

Strongly Urging The United States Marine Corps To Relocate All Live Fire Training And Aviation Activity Away From The Puuloa Range Training Facility.

HI SCR82

Supporting The Hawaii State Energy Office In The Establishment Of An Integrated Hawaii Pacific Hydrogen Hub.

HI HCR80

Designating Hawaii's Coral Reefs As Critical Natural Infrastructure And Strongly Supporting Nature-based Solutions Such As Coral Reef Restoration For Risk Reduction.

HI HR9

Establishing The House Special Committee On Red Hill To Address Issues Related To The Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility, Water Contamination And Remediation, And All Related Impacts.

HI HR60

Requesting The United States Department Of Defense, Including The Navy, Army, And Air Force, To Increase On-base Housing Availability For Active Duty Personnel And Their Dependents Assigned To Military Installations In The State.

HI SCR43

Requesting The City And County Of Honolulu To Move Forward With A Pearl Harbor Historic Trail Pilot Demonstration Project And Enter Into A Long-term Agreement With The United States Navy, In Partnership With The City And County Of Honolulu And State Agencies, To Ensure The Revitalization Of The Multi-use Trail.

HI SR35

Designating Hawaii's Coral Reefs As Critical Natural Infrastructure And Strongly Supporting Nature-based Solutions Such As Coral Reef Restoration For Risk Reduction.

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