Bill > HB1523

This bill amends the statewide traffic code in Hawaii by removing references to countdown timers in pedestrian-control signals, meaning that the existing rules about when pedestrians can start crossing based on a countdown timer will no longer apply. Specifically, it removes the requirement that pedestrians must begin crossing before a countdown timer starts and eliminates the provision that pedestrians should finish crossing before the countdown ends. The bill also clarifies that pedestrian signals can display either words like "Walk" or "Don't Walk" or symbols of a walking person or an upraised palm. This change is set to take effect on July 1, 3000.

Justice, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HB&billnumber=1523&year=2026