Hawaii 2025 Regular Session

Hawaii Senate Bill SR50

Introduced
3/7/25  
Refer
3/11/25  
Report Pass
4/1/25  

Caption

Urging The Stadium Authority To Finalize A Contract For The Construction Of The New Aloha Stadium And To Continue Its Efforts In Earnest To Create The New Aloha Stadium Entertainment District.

Impact

The passed resolution emphasizes the project's alignment with Hawaii's long-term economic and community development goals. By significantly upgrading the stadium and its surrounding district, the project aims to bolster tourism through hosting major events, which can generate revenue and create jobs in both construction and ongoing operations within the entertainment sector. Furthermore, the strategic location of the new facility ensures easy access to transportation infrastructure, minimizing potential disruptions to local traffic and supporting the economic ecosystem.

Summary

Senate Resolution 50 (SR50) urges the Stadium Authority of Hawaii to finalize a contract for the construction of a new Aloha Stadium and to actively pursue the development of the New Aloha Stadium Entertainment District (NASED). Highlighting the need for substantial repairs to the existing Aloha Stadium, SR50 outlines the potential benefits of modernizing the facility. These include integrating recreational, residential, educational, and commercial spaces that can cater to the public's diverse needs, thereby transforming the area into a vibrant community hub.

Contention

While SR50 has garnered support for promoting economic revitalization and urban renewal, it may also face scrutiny regarding its environmental implications and the financial management of publicly owned land. Critics could raise concerns about potential overreach in using public space for commercial purposes, as well as the need to address any negative impacts on local communities during construction. Overall, the resolution underscores an urgent mandate for the Stadium Authority to move forward with the NASED project, reflecting a broader ambition for sustainable urban development aligned with modern community needs.

Companion Bills

HI SCR65

Same As Urging The Stadium Authority To Finalize A Contract For The Construction Of The New Aloha Stadium And To Continue Its Efforts In Earnest To Create The New Aloha Stadium Entertainment District.

Previously Filed As

HI SR127

Urging The Public Works Division Of The Department Of Accounting And General Services In Collaboration With The Stadium Authority To Procure A Developer To Design, Build, Operate, And Maintain The New Aloha Stadium Facility.

HI SCR172

Urging The Public Works Division Of The Department Of Accounting And General Services In Collaboration With The Stadium Authority To Procure A Developer To Design, Build, Operate, And Maintain The New Aloha Stadium Facility.

HI SB624

Relating To An Aloha Stadium Replacement.

HI SB624

Relating To An Aloha Stadium Replacement.

HI HB1361

Relating To The Stadium Authority.

HI HB1361

Relating To The Stadium Authority.

HI HB1285

Relating To The Stadium Authority.

HI HB1285

Relating To The Stadium Authority.

HI SB3059

Relating To The Stadium Authority.

HI HB2370

Relating To The Stadium Authority.

Similar Bills

HI SR127

Urging The Public Works Division Of The Department Of Accounting And General Services In Collaboration With The Stadium Authority To Procure A Developer To Design, Build, Operate, And Maintain The New Aloha Stadium Facility.

HI SCR172

Urging The Public Works Division Of The Department Of Accounting And General Services In Collaboration With The Stadium Authority To Procure A Developer To Design, Build, Operate, And Maintain The New Aloha Stadium Facility.

HI SCR65

Urging The Stadium Authority To Finalize A Contract For The Construction Of The New Aloha Stadium And To Continue Its Efforts In Earnest To Create The New Aloha Stadium Entertainment District.

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