Bill > SB1195

This bill addresses roadway safety by implementing new restrictions on street parking near crosswalks and intersections. Specifically, the legislation prohibits vehicles from parking within twenty feet of a crosswalk or intersection, regardless of whether there are official signs or curb markings present. The bill includes several exemptions for emergency vehicles, official government vehicles, stalled vehicles, and other legally authorized situations. Violators will face a fine of up to $50 per violation, with each day of violation considered a separate offense. All fines collected from these parking restrictions will be deposited into the Safe Routes to School Program Special Fund, which aims to improve pedestrian infrastructure and safety. The bill's motivation stems from data showing a 26% increase in pedestrian fatalities between 2009-2013 and 2014-2018, and a recognition that parking near crosswalks and intersections creates dangerous conditions for pedestrians, particularly children. The legislation is part of a broader effort to address mobility barriers and improve safety for vulnerable roadway users, and it will take effect on January 1, 2026.

Justice, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=1195&year=2025