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Hawaii House Bill HR85

Hawaii 2025 Regular Session

Hawaii House Bill HR85

Introduced
3/7/25  

Caption

Urging The State Of Hawaii And City And County Of Honolulu To Collaborate In The Development Of A World-class, Comprehensive Sports Complex In West Oahu.

Impact

The resolution outlines a comprehensive plan for the sports complex to cover two hundred to four hundred acres, incorporating various indoor and outdoor sports facilities. This includes a large stadium with a capacity of at least sixty-five thousand spectators, multiple sports fields, and additional infrastructure for sports medicine and rehabilitation. The complex is positioned to be financially self-sustaining, generating revenue through visitor engagement and facility use, potentially reducing the financial burden on state taxpayers.

Summary

House Resolution 85 urges the State of Hawaii and the City and County of Honolulu to collaborate on developing a world-class sports complex in West Oahu. This initiative is driven by Hawaii's unique geographical advantages and year-round favorable climate, which are considered ideal for sports training and events. The proposal emphasizes that the facility would not only serve local needs but also attract international sports teams from the Asia-Pacific region, enhancing Hawaii's profile as a significant player in global sports.

Contention

Some points of contention might arise regarding the collaboration between the state and city, particularly concerning land acquisition and the extent of public versus private investment in the complex's construction. The resolution calls for a feasibility study to identify suitable locations and outline necessary actions, including amendments to existing land use regulations. This process may stir discussions on local governance and the prioritization of public funds in the face of community needs and other pressing infrastructure projects.

Latest HR85 Activity

Companion Bills

HI HCR89

Same As Urging The State Of Hawaii And City And County Of Honolulu To Collaborate In The Development Of A World-class, Comprehensive Sports Complex In West Oahu.

Previously Filed As

HI HCR89

Urging The State Of Hawaii And City And County Of Honolulu To Collaborate In The Development Of A World-class, Comprehensive Sports Complex In West Oahu.

HI HR162

Urging The State Department Of Transportation And The City And County Of Honolulus Department Of Transportation Services To Implement Road Safety And Traffic Flow Improvements In Hawaii Kai.

HI HR49

Urging The City And County Of Honolulu And Developers To Coordinate Their Infrastructure Plans And Collaborate With Stakeholders To Ensure Adequate Infrastructure Be In Place Prior To Building New Housing Developments.

HI HCR167

Urging The State Department Of Transportation And The City And County Of Honolulus Department Of Transportation Services To Implement Road Safety And Traffic Flow Improvements In Hawaii Kai.

HI HCR53

Urging The City And County Of Honolulu And Developers To Coordinate Their Infrastructure Plans And Collaborate With Stakeholders To Ensure Adequate Infrastructure Be In Place Prior To Building New Housing Developments.

HI HR15

Urging The Department Of Land And Natural Resources And City And County Of Honolulu To Implement Green Fire Breaks In West Oahu To Mitigate The Risk Of Wildfires.

HI HR131

Urging The Department Of Transportation, Department Of Education, And City And County Of Honolulu To Implement Visibility Enhancement Measures On The Kuahelani Avenue Crosswalk At Kipapa Elementary School.

HI HCR15

Urging The Department Of Land And Natural Resources And City And County Of Honolulu To Implement Green Fire Breaks In West Oahu To Mitigate The Risk Of Wildfires.

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