To facilitate the reduction of vehicle miles traveled, the bill mandates the Hawaii Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission to devise strategies that include setting a statewide VMT reduction target. The commission is also tasked with establishing benchmarks to evaluate progress towards this goal, as well as coordinating with state and county agencies to implement effective policies and programs aimed at reducing vehicle miles traveled. Ultimately, this legislation is expected to contribute to Hawaii's overall sustainability efforts and alignment with its environmental targets.
Summary
House Bill 1891 aims to address climate change by specifically targeting the reduction of vehicle miles traveled (VMT) in the state of Hawaii. The bill recognizes the critical role that transportation-related emissions play in achieving Hawaii's greenhouse gas reduction goals, as vehicle miles traveled have seen a significant increase over the past 25 years. The findings suggest that existing strategies to mitigate these emissions have been largely ineffective, and without intervention, VMT is projected to continue rising.
Contention
One potential point of contention regarding HB1891 may arise from how the commission's recommendations will be integrated into existing transportation and environmental policies. Stakeholders may debate the effectiveness of these proposed strategies and the resources required for implementation. Additionally, concerns could be raised regarding the need for local input and adaptation to specific community needs when developing VMT reduction strategies, given that some areas may face unique challenges.
Requesting The Hawaii Climate Change Mitigation And Adaption Commission To Develop Vehicle Miles Traveled Reduction Strategies And Make Related Recommendations.
Requesting The Hawaii Climate Change Mitigation And Adaption Commission To Develop Vehicle Miles Traveled Reduction Strategies And Make Related Recommendations.
Requesting The Hawaii Climate Change Mitigation And Adaption Commission, In Collaboration With The Department Of Transportation, To Develop Vehicle Miles Traveled Reduction Strategies And Make Related Recommendations.
Requesting The Hawaii Climate Change Mitigation And Adaption Commission, In Collaboration With The Department Of Transportation, To Develop Vehicle Miles Traveled Reduction Strategies And Make Related Recommendations.
Appropriating money for the support of state government for the period beginning September 1, 2011, and ending August 31, 2013; and authorizing and prescribing conditions, limitations, rules, and procedures for allocating and expending the appropriated funds.
Appropriating money for the support of state government for the period beginning September 1, 2011 and ending August 31, 2013; and authorizing and prescribing conditions, limitations, rules, and procedures for allocating and expending the appropriated funds; and declaring an emergency.
Relating to making supplemental appropriations and reductions in appropriations and giving direction, including direction regarding reimbursement, and adjustment authority regarding appropriations.