HCR 116 Summary

• Request that the City and County of Honolulu prohibit electric scooters, electric bicycles, and electric trikes on sidewalks through county-level regulations, with an exemption for senior and disabled individuals.

• Electric scooters and bicycles can weigh over 40 pounds, reach speeds of 18 miles per hour (nearly six times faster than average walking speed), and pose collision risks to pedestrians and operators.

• Encourage stakeholders to classify electric scooters, electric bicycles, and electric trikes as "motorized devices" under Honolulu ordinances to prohibit their operation on sidewalks and bike paths.

• Require the Honolulu Department of Transportation Services to submit a report with findings, recommendations, and any proposed legislation to regulate these devices to the Legislature no later than 20 days before the 2021 Regular Session convenes.

• Transmit certified copies of the resolution to the State Director of Transportation, Honolulu Mayor, City Council Chairperson, Police Chief, and Director of Transportation Services.