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Introduced
01/28/2026
01/28/2026
In Committee
02/20/2026
02/20/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Allows applicants for driver's permit, driver's license, or civil identification cards to request a disability notation on their permit, license, or identification card. Requires the Department of Transportation to establish public outreach efforts and coordinate with state and county law enforcement agencies regarding the disability notation. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)
AI Summary
This bill allows individuals applying for a driver's permit, driver's license, or civil identification card to voluntarily request a special notation on their identification indicating they have a disability, at no extra cost, starting January 1, 2027. Applicants will not be required to provide proof of their disability, and their application cannot be denied based on a mismatch with other documents. The Department of Transportation will be responsible for creating public awareness campaigns about this new option and will coordinate with state and county law enforcement agencies to ensure officers receive training on how to recognize and appropriately respond to individuals with this disability notation, aiming to promote safer and more understanding interactions.
Committee Categories
Justice, Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (5)
Susan Keohokapu-Lee Loy (D)*,
Darius Kila (D)*,
Tyson Miyake (D)*,
Nadine Nakamura (D)*,
Gregg Takayama (D)*,
Last Action
Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on JHA with Representative(s) Garcia, Muraoka voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Quinlan excused (1). (on 02/20/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HB&billnumber=2217&year=2026 |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/bills/HB2217_HD1_.HTM |
| Committee Report HB2217_HD1_HSCR664-26_ | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/CommReports/HB2217_HD1_HSCR664-26_.pdf |
| HB2217_TESTIMONY_TRN_02-19-26_ | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/Testimony/HB2217_TESTIMONY_TRN_02-19-26_.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/bills/HB2217_.HTM |
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