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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
Clarifies the consulting role and responsibilities of the Department of Transportation in the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs' development and implementation of pilot licensure standards, requirements, and criteria. Repeals the inclusion of Port Allen as part of the waters of the State that are regulated by statutory pilotage requirements. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)
AI Summary
This bill clarifies the roles and responsibilities of the Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs (DCCA) in regulating port pilots, who are licensed professionals guiding ships into and out of harbors. Specifically, it mandates that the DOT provide consultative input, including data and recommendations, to the DCCA when the DCCA establishes standards for pilot licenses, such as examination requirements, the number of pilots needed for efficient service, and pilot fees, all aimed at ensuring safe navigation in the state's commercial ports. The bill also removes Port Allen from the list of regulated pilotage waters and makes several amendments to existing laws to ensure the DOT is consulted on various aspects of pilot licensing, rule-making, and enforcement, including suspending or revoking licenses, and setting pilotage rates, while also clarifying exemptions for certain vessels and the DOT's overarching responsibility for port safety.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry, Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on CPC with none 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=2283&year=2026 |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/bills/HB2283_HD1_.HTM |
| Committee Report HB2283_HD1_HSCR657-26_ | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/CommReports/HB2283_HD1_HSCR657-26_.pdf |
| HB2283_TESTIMONY_TRN_02-19-26_ | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/Testimony/HB2283_TESTIMONY_TRN_02-19-26_.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/bills/HB2283_.HTM |
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