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This bill exempts non-profit community-based organizations from motor carrier regulations (rules governing transportation services) under specific conditions. The legislation aims to support organizations that provide transportation services in areas with limited parking and traffic congestion, such as state parks, scenic viewpoints, and cultural sites. To qualify for the exemption, these non-profit organizations must meet three key requirements: (1) their transportation services must be operated within a state or county-approved plan and overseen by a government agency, (2) they must own the transportation-related assets and cannot sell them for personal profit, and (3) community stakeholders must have a meaningful role in the organization's operations. The bill was inspired by existing shuttle systems, like the one in Ha'ena, Kaua'i, which help reduce traffic, generate revenue for local improvements, and provide transportation to popular destinations. By creating this exemption, the legislature seeks to support community-based transportation solutions that address local transportation challenges while maintaining oversight and community involvement.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=1510&year=2026