Bill > SB1603

This bill authorizes the director of finance to issue general obligation bonds and appropriate funds for fiscal year 2025-2026 for various capital improvement projects specifically in Hawaii's Third Senatorial District. The projects span multiple sectors including education, healthcare, transportation, and recreation, with a total funding allocation of approximately $261,366,350. The bill covers improvements for numerous schools such as Holualoa Elementary, Honaunau Elementary, and Kealakehe High School, which include fire alarm system replacements, infrastructure upgrades, and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance modifications. Additionally, the bill includes infrastructure projects like highway widening, small boat harbor improvements, and wharf repairs at locations including Honokohau Small Boat Harbor, Kailua-Kona Wharf, and Milolii Landing. The funds will be distributed across different government entities including the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation, Department of Education, Department of Land and Natural Resources, Department of Transportation, and Hawaii County, with specific guidelines for fund expenditure. The appropriated funds will not lapse until June 30, 2028, and the bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, with some projects requiring matching funds from local governments.

Budget and Finance

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=1603&year=2026