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Introduced
01/23/2026
01/23/2026
In Committee
03/06/2026
03/06/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Requires testing of driver license applicants on the dangers that larger motor vehicles present to pedestrians and bicyclists. Requires persons who commit the offense of excessive speeding or habitually driving while intoxicated to pass the driver license examination for each offense pursuant to an order of the court. (SD1)
AI Summary
This bill requires driver's license applicants to be tested on the dangers larger vehicles, such as trucks and SUVs, pose to pedestrians and bicyclists, acknowledging that higher vehicle hoods increase the likelihood of fatal impacts. Additionally, individuals convicted of excessive speeding or habitually driving under the influence of an intoxicant will be mandated by the court to retake and pass their driver's license examination as part of their penalties.
Committee Categories
Justice, Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (7)
Stanley Chang (D)*,
Rachele Fernandez Lamosao (D)*,
Carol Fukunaga (D)*,
Troy Hashimoto (D)*,
Sharon Moriwaki (D)*,
Karl Rhoads (D)*,
Joy San Buenaventura (D),
Last Action
48 Hrs. Notice 03-10-26. (on 03/06/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=2812&year=2026 |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/bills/SB2812_SD1_.HTM |
| Committee Report SB2812_SD1_SSCR3071_ | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/CommReports/SB2812_SD1_SSCR3071_.pdf |
| SB2812_TESTIMONY_JDC_03-03-26_ | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/Testimony/SB2812_TESTIMONY_JDC_03-03-26_.PDF |
| Committee Report SB2812_SSCR2450_ | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/CommReports/SB2812_SSCR2450_.pdf |
| SB2812_TESTIMONY_TRS_02-17-26_ | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/Testimony/SB2812_TESTIMONY_TRS_02-17-26_.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/bills/SB2812_.HTM |
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