HI HCR197

Requests the state Department of Transportation and respective counties to collaborate on statewide installation and implementation of pedestrian activated signals for crosswalks.

Prioritizes crosswalks with higher incidence of pedestrian injuries or fatalities for pedestrian activated signals and lighting improvements.

Requires the state Department of Transportation to submit findings, recommendations, and any proposed legislation to the Legislature no later than twenty days before the 2016 Regular Session convenes.

Hawaii averages 28 pedestrian fatalities and approximately 560 pedestrian injuries annually, ranking fourth highest in pedestrian fatality rates nationally.

Directs certified copies of the resolution to be transmitted to the Director of Transportation and officials from Hawaii County, Honolulu, Kauai County, and Maui County.