Bill > HB368

This bill modifies Hawaii's existing motor vehicle sun screening device regulations by adding a new exemption for individuals with light sensitivity due to medical conditions. Specifically, the bill allows people with documented medical eye or skin sensitivity to use sun screening devices that have a light transmittance as low as 20% (compared to previous restrictions), provided they obtain documentation from a licensed physician that is updated every two years. The medical exemption comes with a key requirement that during a traffic stop, any side windows or rear windows with tints exceeding normal permitted levels must be rolled down when an officer approaches. The bill also makes several minor grammatical changes to existing law, such as replacing "which" with "that" in various sections describing vehicle window regulations. These modifications aim to provide flexibility for people with light sensitivity while maintaining overall safety and visibility standards for motor vehicles. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 3000 (which appears to be a placeholder date).

Justice, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HB&billnumber=368&year=2026