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Hawaii Senate Bill SR53

Hawaii 2023 Regular Session

Hawaii Senate Bill SR53

Introduced
3/9/23  
Refer
3/10/23  
Report Pass
3/30/23  

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 is motivated by the ongoing traffic congestion faced by Leeward motorists due to frequent lane closures on Farrington Highway caused by accidents, severe weather, and construction. By utilizing the Emergency Access Road more consistently, it is anticipated that community safety will improve by providing an alternative route for emergency vehicles and regular traffic alike. This could mitigate the challenges posed by the current traffic conditions, enhancing overall public safety in the region.

Summary

Senate Resolution 53 urges the State of Hawaii, the City and County of Honolulu, federal entities, and private land owners to collaborate in opening the Waianae Coast Emergency Access Road permanently. This section of roadway, which stretches from Paakea Road to Lualualei Naval Road, has the potential to serve as a parallel route for the overburdened Farrington Highway, which is currently the sole highway providing access to the Leeward Coast of Oahu.

Contention

Despite the urgency of this resolution, factors such as jurisdictional authority, funding for improvements, and coordination among various stakeholders could lead to potential challenges. Previous resolutions, like House Concurrent Resolution No. 197, had already indicated the need for a detailed analysis of the emergency access road's use, but progress has been limited. Collaboration between local government and federal entities will be essential to address concerns and secure the necessary resources to open this route permanently.

Latest SR53 Activity

Companion Bills

HI HR179

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.

Previously Filed As

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 HCR48

Requesting The City And County Of Honolulu, County Of Maui, And County Of Kauai Pass Ordinances Similar To The County Of Hawaii's Bill 82 (2023-2024) Relating To Improving Private Roads.

HI HR37

Requesting The City And County Of Honolulu, County Of Maui, And County Of Kauai Pass Ordinances Similar To The County Of Hawaii's Bill 82 (2023-2024) Relating To Improving Private Roads.

HI SR21

Recognizing The Issue Of Illegal Dumping Within The Waipahu Community And Urging The State, City And County Of Honolulu, And Military To Work Together To Address This Concern.

HI SR99

Urging The Department Of Transportation To Work With The City And County Of Honolulu To Plan And Implement Options For Alternative Ingress And Egress Routes In Pacific Palisades.

HI SCR32

Recognizing The Issue Of Illegal Dumping Within The Waipahu Community And Urging The State, City And County Of Honolulu, And Military To Work Together To Address This Concern.

HI HCR93

Recognizing The Issue Of Illegal Dumping Within The Waipahu Community And Urging The State, City And County Of Honolulu, And Military To Work Together To Address This Concern.

HI HCR92

Recognizing The Issue Of Illegal Dumping Within The Waipahu Community And Urging The State, City And County Of Honolulu, And Military To Work Together To Address This Concern.

HI HR76

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HI HCR21

Urging The City And County Of Honolulu To Work With The Department Of Transportation To Plan And Implement Options For Alternative Ingress And Egress In Mililani Mauka.

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