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This resolution affirms Hawaii's commitment to achieving financial and economic security by addressing concerns about foreign influence in critical infrastructure and reducing dependence on imported fuels. The resolution highlights the historical exploitation of local residents and the potential security risks associated with foreign access to critical infrastructure such as airports, transportation hubs, electrical grids, and telecommunications networks. It calls on state departments and agencies to accelerate the elimination of imported fuels for electricity generation and intra-state transportation by 2045, with the goals of reducing the cost of living, increasing energy security and resiliency, and keeping economic resources within the local economy. The resolution emphasizes the volatility of imported fuels and the potential for foreign entities to disrupt essential services or compromise security. Specifically, it requests the Department of Transportation, Public Utilities Commission, and other agencies to take action to decrease reliance on imported fuels, and calls for a cautious approach to foreign investment and influence to safeguard Hawaii's interests and protect local residents.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SR&billnumber=179&year=2025