Bill > SB934

This bill appropriates $572,695,000 from the Mass Transit Special Fund for fiscal year 2025-2026 to support ongoing rail transit infrastructure development in Hawaii. Specifically, the bill requires a preliminary analysis of financing options for a park-and-ride facility near the Pearl Highlands rail transit station to be completed by January 1, 2026. After the completion of the minimum operating segment of the rail project (between East Kapolei and Civic Center/Kakaako), the bill establishes a priority list for using remaining project funds. These remaining funds will be dedicated first to planning and designing a park-and-ride facility serving Central Oahu and North Shore commuters (if not already completed), and then to extending the rail line to Ala Moana. Any additional funds left in the Mass Transit Special Fund will remain in the fund and be used consistent with these priorities. The Department of Budget and Finance is tasked with expending the appropriated funds, and the bill will take effect on July 1, 2025. This legislation appears to be part of ongoing efforts to enhance and expand Hawaii's rail transit infrastructure, with a focus on improving commuter accessibility and completing planned transit extensions.

Budget and Finance, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=934&year=2025