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This bill establishes a three-year Pedestrian Safety Pilot Program designed to provide more flexibility for pedestrians while maintaining public safety. The program will initially be implemented in counties with populations of 250,000 or less, where pedestrians will not be penalized for crossing outside marked crosswalks under specific conditions: they must be at least 200 feet from the nearest crosswalk and a reasonable person would determine there is no immediate danger of collision. The Governor has the authority to revoke the program statewide if safety concerns arise and can also overturn a county's decision to opt out after consulting with key government officials. Larger counties with over 250,000 residents can participate in the program, but must first have designated areas approved by transportation authorities. The bill requires the Department of Transportation to submit biannual reports to the Legislature analyzing the program's impacts, including traffic crash data, pedestrian citations, and public feedback. The program does not apply to roadways with speed limits over 25 miles per hour, areas with limited visibility, or high-conflict zones. Additionally, the bill amends existing traffic laws to require drivers to yield to pedestrians who clearly indicate their intention to cross a roadway at a crosswalk. The pilot program is set to run until June 30, 2028, with an unusual effective date of July 1, 3000.

Justice, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=106&year=2026