Bill > SB1093

This bill establishes a comprehensive parking demand management program for state government employees in Hawaii, aimed at reducing vehicle miles traveled and promoting more efficient parking resource use. The Department of Accounting and General Services will transition from monthly to daily parking options, allowing employees more flexibility in how they commute. Key provisions include procuring parking reservation software to enable daily parking space reservations, creating two new full-time equivalent positions to administer the program, and reserving additional parking stalls exclusively for daily use. The bill is motivated by findings from a 2023 decarbonization report and focus group studies, which suggest that such a program could reduce single-occupancy vehicle trips by encouraging alternative transportation methods. By increasing parking rates and offering daily parking passes, the state hopes to incentivize employees to consider more sustainable transportation options like carpooling, cycling, or public transit. The program will also allow employees to share parking stalls and provide secure bicycle storage lockers, further supporting more environmentally friendly commuting choices. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, with funding appropriated from general state revenues to support software procurement and new staff positions.

Government Affairs

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=1093&year=2026