Hawaii House Bill HR32

Hawaii 2025 Regular Session

• Introduced: 3/3/25
• Refer: 3/14/25
• Report Pass: 3/27/25
• Passed: 3/27/25

Caption

Requesting The Postmaster General Of The United States Postal Service To Relocate The Pearl City Post Office To The United States Navy Property On The Pearl City Peninsula.

Impact

HR32 highlights significant concerns regarding public safety at the current site, which has become overcrowded with traffic from nearby commercial developments. The resolution emphasizes the need for a more spacious, modern facility that can accommodate a growing population and the rising volume of parcel services stemming from online purchases. Relocating to a less congested area is anticipated to mitigate these issues, promoting better access to postal services while improving roadway safety.

Summary

House Resolution 32 (HR32) seeks to address safety and congestion issues surrounding the Pearl City Post Office located at the intersection of Kamehameha Highway and Acacia Road. The resolution requests the Postmaster General of the United States Postal Service to relocate the post office to United States Navy property on the Pearl City peninsula. The current location is considered inadequate due to increased traffic and a maximum capacity at the facility, which has not kept pace with community growth and the increasing demand for postal services.

Contention

While the bill aims to enhance postal operations, it may face opposition regarding the use of federal land for local services, and potential resistance from stakeholders who may view the move as unnecessary or disruptive. Additionally, local residents and businesses may voice their opinions on the implications of relocation, such as traffic changes and accessibility to the new post office location.